A negative terminal is the grounded terminal on a car battery, typically marked by a minus (-) sign. It is usually color-coded black. The other terminal is positive, usually color-coded red or orange, and marked with a plus (+) sign. The grounded terminal connects to a grounded source on the vehicle, typically a bolt in the chassis.
also jack-boot (jÄkâ²boÍotâ²) n. 1. a. A stout military boot with a flared top that extends above the knee. b. A stout military boot that has an often studded sole, lacks laces, and extends to mid-calf.
boot 1. (boÍot) n. 1. A durable covering for the foot and part or much of the leg, usually made of leather, fabric, plastic, or rubber. 2. A protective covering, especially a sheath to enclose the base of a floor-mounted gear shift lever in a car or truck.