shoe
3
8.2
- noun
- /ʃu/
- Specialized
:
zapata de freno
- When the mechanic inspected the vehicle, he found that the rear shoe had worn down completely.
- brake shoe
Examples
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Its brake operation included the collection and rehabilitation of used brake shoes for resale.
Academic text (2001) -
The technician explained that replacing the shoe is essential for the brakes to function properly.
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It's like having a truck where the brake shoes are twice the size of the engine and never release completely.
Blog text (29) -
The brake shoes have burned off.
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Later, I found out how he really got them: pouring iron for brake shoes at the Rayco plant in Oklahoma.
Fiction book (1994) -
During the maintenance check, they discovered that both shoes needed to be replaced to ensure safe braking.
Synonyms
1
4.8
A curved metal block inside a wheel that presses a drum to slow its spin
Idioms
- Informal
2
7.5
A situation that has changed so the other person has the advantage
Imagine being in the other person's place to understand them better
Compounds
8
2.7
A shoe made for dancing that helps you move smoothly and gives support to your foot
5
2.8
A shoe with a smooth sole worn for bowling to protect the lane and help you slide
- Specialized
1
4.8
A curved metal block inside a wheel that presses a drum to slow its spin
A light, comfortable shoe made of soft plastic with holes that let air reach your feet
Surface Forms
Etymology
Shoe in brakes is named for the same idea: a brake shoe presses against the drum to stop the wheel, so the name shows it acts like a shoe that helps stop movement by friction.