单词 | brake |
释义 | brake —brake /breɪk/ noun [C] B1 a device that makes a vehicle go slower or stop, or a pedal, bar, or handle that makes this device work: » She had no brakes on her bicycle.» The driver suddenly applied (US put on) his brakes.» INFORMAL I slammed on (= quickly used) the brake, but it was too late.» All our new models have anti-lock brakes.Thesaurus+: ↑The engine and engine parts , ↑Engines and motorsThesaurus+: ↑The interior of vehiclesscreech/squeal of brakesF0 the loud, unpleasant noise of a car suddenly stopping: » Suddenly we heard a screech of brakes and saw the car swerve to miss the cyclist.Thesaurus+: ↑Accidents involving vehicles• • • Extra Examples:» Slowly depress the brake pedal.» Don't forgot to put the brake on.» The brakes failed and the car crashed into a tree.» A screech of brakes jarred the silence.» All our new models have anti-lock brakes.verb [I] ↑Verb Endings for brake ► B2 to make a vehicle go slower or stop, using its brake: » When it's icy, brake gently.» He would zoom up to junctions and brake hard/sharply at the last minute.Thesaurus+: ↑Driving and operating road vehiclesThesaurus+: ↑Increasing and decreasing speed of motion |
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