Braking
Pronunciation: /ˈbreɪk/
Braking (noun)
- a device used to slow down or stop a vehicle.
- a tool used for breaking up soil or cutting plants.
Examples
- The car's brake failed on the steep hill.
- He pressed the brake to avoid the collision.
Common collocations: apply the brake, release the brake, brake pedal, garden brake, use a brake
Braking (verb)
- to make a vehicle go slower or stop by using a special device.
Examples
- She had to brake suddenly to avoid the dog.
- Drivers should brake gently on icy roads.