CEFR B2

smog check

noun

Meaning

An official inspection of a motor vehicle's exhaust system to ensure that air pollutant emissions remain within legally permitted levels.

Examples

My car failed its smog check because the catalytic converter was faulty.
You need to bring your smog check certificate to the DMV to complete the registration process.

Synonyms: emissions test, smog test

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smog check (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: ˈsmɒɡ ˌtʃɛk

Definition

An official inspection of a motor vehicle's exhaust system to ensure that air pollutant emissions remain within legally permitted levels.

Examples

My car failed its smog check because the catalytic converter was faulty.
You need to bring your smog check certificate to the DMV to complete the registration process.

How to Use smog check

get a smog check (collocation): to undergo the inspection process — "I need to get a smog check before I can sell my truck."

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