brake (A2)

noun/verb

Pronunciation: /breɪk/

Definition

A device used to slow down or stop a moving vehicle.

Examples

• The driver slammed on the brakes to avoid hitting the deer.

• Check the brake pads regularly for wear.

• The car's brakes failed on the steep hill.

How to Use brake

brake for (prepositional phrase)

To stop a vehicle for a specific reason or place. — "The bus had to brake for a fallen tree."

brake down (phrasal verb)

To slow down or stop a vehicle. — "The car began to brake down the hill."

Synonyms of brake

Words with a similar meaning to brake:

• stop
• halt
• decelerate
• arrest

Antonyms of brake

Words with the opposite meaning to brake:

• accelerate
• go

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