to brake
Third Person
brakes
Present Participle
braking
Past Tense
braked
Past Participle
braked
1
to slow down or stop a moving car, etc. by using the brakes
- The cyclist had to quickly brake to avoid colliding with the pedestrian crossing the street.
- As the train approached the station, the engineer began to gradually brake to ensure a gentle and precise stop.
- The skilled skater knew exactly when to brake, gracefully slowing down.
- The instructor taught the new driver how to properly brake in various situations.
- In heavy traffic, it's essential to maintain a safe following distance and be prepared to brake quickly if needed.
2
to bring a vehicle or object to a slower speed or a complete stop by applying a brake
transitive
- The driver skillfully braked the car as they approached the sharp curve in the mountain road.
- The pilot gently braked the airplane on the runway, smoothly decelerating after a successful landing.
- The train conductor expertly braked the locomotive, bringing the long line of cars to a gradual stop.
- The automated safety system engaged and braked the roller coaster.