1. A brake operated by hand, typically used to keep a vehicle stationary when parked or to provide additional braking control
Remember to engage the hand brake before leaving the car.
Lembre-se de engatar o freio de mão antes de sair do carro.
2. A mechanical brake mechanism in vehicles that is activated by a lever or button rather than a foot pedal
He pulled the hand brake hard to stop the bicycle.
Ele puxou o freio de mão com força para parar a bicicleta.