brake

[breɪk]

brake Definition

a device for slowing or stopping a moving vehicle, typically by applying pressure to the wheels.

Using brake: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "brake" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He slammed on the brakes and the car screeched to a halt.

• Example

  The bike's brakes were not working properly.

• Example

  The train driver applied the emergency brake to avoid hitting the cow on the tracks.

brake Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for brake

• stopper
• stopping device
• friction brake

Phrases with brake

• put the brakes on

  to slow down or stop something from progressing or continuing

  Example

  The company put the brakes on the project due to budget constraints.

• hit the brakes

  to suddenly stop or slow down a vehicle

  Example

  He hit the brakes when he saw the red light.

• pump the brakes

  to slow down or be cautious

  Example

  Let's pump the brakes and think about this before making a decision.

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Summary: brake in Brief

The term 'brake' [breɪk] refers to a device that slows down or stops a moving vehicle by applying pressure to the wheels. It is used in phrases like 'put the brakes on,' meaning to slow down or stop something from progressing, and 'hit the brakes,' meaning to suddenly stop or slow down a vehicle.