brake

中文： 刹车、制动器

1. A device used to slow or stop the motion of a wheel, or of a vehicle, usually by friction (although other resistive forces, such as electromagnetic fields or aerodynamic drag, can also be used); also, the controls or apparatus used to engage such a mechanism such as the pedal in a car. · She slammed the brakes when she saw a child run in front of the car.· You’re pressing the brakes too hard—try just squeezing them.
2. The act of braking, of using a brake to slow down a machine or vehicle · Give the car a quick brake.
3. An apparatus for testing the power of a steam engine or other motor by weighing the amount of friction that the motor will overcome; a friction brake.
4. Something used to retard or stop some action, process etc. (figuratively)
5. An ancient engine of war analogous to the crossbow and ballista.
6. The handle of a pump.
7. A baker’s kneading trough.
8. A frame for confining a refractory horse while the smith is shoeing it.

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