Definition of Brake
Brake
Brake
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A device for slowing or stopping motion, or to slow or stop something.
e.g. She pressed the brake pedal to avoid hitting the pedestrian.
(noun)
something that slows down or stops process;
e.g. The interest rate acts as a brake on their spending.
(verb)
to operate a brake to slow down or stop;
e.g. You must brake on the vehicle when you approach curves or turns.
(verb)
to slow down or stop upon the application of brakes;
e.g. The car braked to a stop at the red light.
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