braker
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6.8
- noun
- /ˈbreɪkər/
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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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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7.9
A person who operates the brakes on a train
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3.5
A vehicle system that helps the driver stop with less force
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6.5
A device that stops movement or limits flow in machines and electrical systems
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6.1
A device that stops or slows moving parts to keep people safe
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7.5
A train worker who operates and looks after the system that stops a train
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6.5
A device that slows movement or reduces speed
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9.2
A woman who operates a train's brakes
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.