English / word
brake
noun, verb A2MEANING IN ENGLISH
a device for slowing or stopping a moving vehicle
to slow down or stop a vehicle by applying a brake; to slow down or stop a vehicle by applying a brake
In context
01
He pressed his foot firmly down on the car brake to avoid hitting the dog.
02
Always inspect the condition of your bicycle brakes before riding.
Synonyms
stop,restraint,halt
Antonyms
speed,accelerate
Collocations
apply brake,brake hard,brake system
Verb forms
Past: braked · Past participle: braked · -ing: braking