Handbrake

Pronunciation: /ˈhændbreɪk/

Definitions of handbrake

noun a lever or handle that is used to apply the brakes in a vehicle

Example Sentences

A1 The handbrake is used to keep the car stationary when parked.

A2 Make sure to engage the handbrake before leaving the vehicle.

B1 It is important to release the handbrake before driving off.

B2 The handbrake should be checked regularly for proper functioning.

C1 The handbrake is a crucial safety feature that should not be ignored.

C2 The handbrake can be used in emergency situations to stop the vehicle.

Examples of handbrake in a Sentence

formal The driver engaged the handbrake before getting out of the car.

informal Don't forget to pull the handbrake when you park.

slang I yanked the handbrake and did a sick drift around the corner.

figurative She finally released the handbrake on her emotions and let everything out.

Grammatical Forms of handbrake

• plural: handbrakes
• comparative: more handbrake
• superlative: most handbrake
• present tense: handbrake
• future tense: will handbrake
• perfect tense: have handbraked
• continuous tense: is handbraking
• singular: handbrake
• positive degree: handbrake
• infinitive: to handbrake
• gerund: handbraking
• participle: handbraked

Origin and Evolution of handbrake

First Known Use: 1902 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'handbrake' originated from the combination of 'hand' referring to the act of manually operating something and 'brake' which is a device used to slow or stop motion.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in reference to a manual brake operated by hand in vehicles, the term 'handbrake' has evolved to also include a lever or mechanism used to lock the rear wheels of a vehicle to prevent it from rolling when parked.