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rear brake

[/rɪr breɪk/]
nounpl: rear brakes
freio traseiro
1. The braking system located at the rear wheel of a vehicle, bicycle, or motorcycle
The rear brake on my bike needs adjustment.
O freio traseiro da minha bicicleta precisa de ajuste.
2. The brake pedal or lever that controls the rear braking mechanism
Press the rear brake gently to slow down the motorcycle.
Aperte o freio traseiro suavemente para desacelerar a motocicleta.
Synonyms
back brakerear brake system
Antonyms
front brake

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
freio traseiro
Standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
freio traseiro
Most common usage in automotive context
Portugal
travão traseiro
Portuguese uses 'travão' instead of 'freio'

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit the rear brake
apply the rear brake
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