brake

brake · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A device for slowing or stopping a moving vehicle.

  2. 2.

    To slow down or stop by using a brake.

  3. 3.

    Something that slows or stops progress.

Forms

plural: brakes

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    hit the brakes — to stop suddenly
  • •
    put the brakes on — to slow down something

Related words

Antonyms: accelerator
See also: break, stop
Synonyms: stopper

Etymology

From Middle Low German brake.