noun
Uncommon
braking
BRAY-kihng
Braking (noun) means the action of using a brake to slow or stop a vehicle. Example: “Sudden braking on icy roads can cause a skid.”
noun
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The action of using a brake to slow or stop a vehicle.
"Sudden braking on icy roads can cause a skid."
How to use braking
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of slowing down using the brakes.
Common pairings
braking distance
sudden braking
hard braking
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Word forms
- Plural
- brakings
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Sudden _____ on icy roads can cause a skid.
Rhymes for braking
See all rhymes for braking →Frequently asked questions
What does “braking” mean?
The word “braking” means the action of using a brake to slow or stop a vehicle. In plain terms, the act of slowing down using the brakes.
How do you pronounce “braking”?
“Braking” is pronounced BRAY-kihng (/ˈbɹeɪkɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “braking” in a sentence?
Here is “braking” used in a sentence: “Sudden braking on icy roads can cause a skid.”
What part of speech is “braking”?
“Braking” is a noun.
Is “braking” a common word?
“Braking” is an uncommon word in modern English.
