Brake Light (Noun)
Meaning
A red light on the rear of a motor vehicle that signals when the brakes are applied to slow or stop.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The brake light flickered as the driver pumped the brakes on the icy road.
- As the driver applied the brakes, the brake light illuminated to alert following vehicles.
- A faulty brake light on the truck could be a serious safety hazard if left unrepaired.
- When the car in front of her suddenly stopped, the bright brake light caught her attention.
- The police issued a citation for a brake light that was not working properly on the motorcycle.