Parking Brake (Noun)
Meaning
A brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The driver engaged the parking brake before getting out of the car.
- When parking on a steep hill, it's essential to use the parking brake for extra safety.
- The parking brake on the old truck was stiff and difficult to release.
- After parking, she pulled the parking brake lever to secure the vehicle.
- He forgot to release the parking brake before putting the car in gear.