Word
braking
Phoneticsbrak·ing
US/ˈbɹeɪkɪŋ/
UK/bɹˈeɪkɪŋ/
Definition
n. the act of using the brakes to slow down or stop a car, bike, or train.
n. the action of applying a braking system to reduce the velocity of a vehicle.
Examples
“The braking distance increases on wet roads.”
“She applied the braking force gently to avoid scaring the passengers.”
“The engineer tested the braking system under extreme temperatures to ensure safety during high-speed travel.”
Examples
simple
“The braking distance increases on wet roads.”
contextual
“She applied the braking force gently to avoid scaring the passengers.”
complex
“The engineer tested the braking system under extreme temperatures to ensure safety during high-speed travel.”
Usage
Often used as an uncountable noun or as a gerund following a preposition.
Pitfall
The car stopped because of hard breaking.
The car stopped because of hard braking.
Do not confuse 'braking' (slowing down) with 'breaking' (smashing or damaging something).
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