word
Brake
Brayk
/ˈbreɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
brake
Dictionary meaning
A restraint used to slow or stop a vehicle.
Examples
- They were not ready to put the brakes on their marriage with a delay to their wedding.
- You should brake the car before you go into a curve.
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