parking brake

noun

park·​ing brake ˈpär-kiŋ- How to pronounce parking brake (audio)

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With bonuses like electric parking brakes and rack-and-pinion steering, this off-road cart combines rugged performance with modern convenience. Jessica Kanzler, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025 The report suggests owners should engage the parking brake before leaving their cars to prevent the car from rolling away and causing an accident. James Powel, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025 For noises, start by parking the car safely, with the engine off and parking brake engaged. Wes Siler, Outside Online, 2 Mar. 2025 There are also two cupholders and the requisite electronic parking brake button. Scotty Reiss, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for parking brake

Word History

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of parking brake was in 1924

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“Parking brake.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parking%20brake. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

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