Hydraulic Brakes (Noun)
Meaning
Brake system in which a brake pedal moves a piston in the master cylinder; brake fluid then applies great force to the brake pads or shoes.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The car's hydraulic brakes were inspected thoroughly to ensure they were functioning properly before the road trip.
- Hydraulic brakes are commonly used in vehicles because they can produce a large amount of force relative to the driver's input.
- Most modern cars use hydraulic brakes as the primary braking system, with the exception of some older models that may still use mechanical brakes.
- The mechanic bled the hydraulic brakes on the motorcycle to remove any air bubbles that may have accumulated in the brake lines.
- When the driver pressed the brake pedal, the hydraulic brakes engaged smoothly and brought the vehicle to a gentle stop.