Basic Details
Word: Brake
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A device used to slow down or stop a vehicle or machine.
Synonyms: Stop, halt, decelerator
Antonyms: Accelerate, speed up
Idioms and Phrases
- Hit the brakes: To stop suddenly or to pause to consider a decision. Example: "When I realised I had forgotten my keys, I had to hit the brakes on my way out."
- Put the brakes on: To slow down or stop a particular action. Example: "The teacher decided to put the brakes on the noisy activities until the class calmed down."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He had to press the brake hard to avoid crashing into the car in front of him.
Example 2: The mechanic said the brakes needed to be replaced because they were worn out.
Example 3: Make sure to use the handbrake when you park on a hill to prevent the car from rolling.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the first brakes were made from wood? They were used in carriages and were very different from the advanced braking systems we have today!
Famous Quote
"Life is like a car; if you do not apply the brakes, you might crash." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "brake" mean?
a) A part of a plant
b) A device to stop a vehicle
c) A type of clothing
d) A type of food
Answer: b) A device to stop a vehicle
2. Which of these is a synonym of "brake"?
a) Accelerate
b) Stop
c) Jump
d) Dance
Answer: b) Stop
3. Which of these is an antonym of "brake"?
a) Halt
b) Speed up
c) Creep
d) Wait
Answer: b) Speed up
4. Which sentence uses "brake" correctly?
a) He forgot to brake before reaching the stop sign.
b) She added brake to her cake recipe.
c) The artist used her brake to finish her painting.
d) They went to the park to brake a picnic.
Answer: a) He forgot to brake before reaching the stop sign.
5. What does "put the brakes on" mean?
a) To accelerate
b) To stop something
c) To make something go faster
d) To play a game
Answer: b) To stop something
