braker
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6.8
- noun
- /ˈbreɪkər/
:
frenador
Examples
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From Tucson, Billy Braker!
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by H. E. Puthoff, Ph.D. Institute for Advanced Studies at Austin, 4030 Braker Lane W., #300, Austin, Texas 78759-5329
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The mechanic replaced the faulty braker to ensure the vehicle could stop safely.
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During the test drive, she noted that the braker was not responsive enough to slow down the car quickly.
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A reliable braker is essential for the safety of any industrial machine, preventing accidents during operation.
Synonyms
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7.9
A person who operates the brakes on a train
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2.7
A set of parts that make a vehicle like a car slow down or stop when you press the pedal
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3.5
A vehicle system that helps the driver stop with less force
A woman who operates a train's brakes
A train worker who operates and looks after the system that stops a train
A device that slows movement or reduces speed
A device that stops or slows moving parts to keep people safe
A device that stops movement or limits flow in machines and electrical systems
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Braker comes from the everyday word brake, which means 'to slow or stop', plus the ending -er that means 'one who does', like in driver or baker, so a braker is a person or device that makes a vehicle slow down or stop.