brake

US /breɪk/
UK /breɪk/
"brake" picture
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刹车, 制动器

a device for slowing or stopping a moving vehicle, typically by applying pressure to the wheels

:
She pressed the brake pedal firmly.
她用力踩下刹车踏板。
The car's brakes squealed as it came to a sudden stop.
汽车突然停下时,刹车发出刺耳的声音。
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刹车, 制动

to slow down or stop a vehicle by using a brake

:
He had to brake suddenly to avoid hitting the deer.
他不得不突然刹车以避免撞到鹿。
The driver failed to brake in time and caused an accident.
司机未能及时刹车,导致了事故。