1. A brake mechanism in a vehicle designed to keep it stationary when parked, typically operated by a lever, pedal, or button
Always engage the parking brake before leaving your vehicle on a slope.
Sempre puxe o travão de estacionamento antes de sair do seu veículo numa inclinação.
2. The lever or control used to activate this braking system
He pulled the parking brake firmly to secure the car.
Ele puxou o travão de estacionamento com força para fixar o carro.