1. A device or system designed to halt or interrupt the motion or operation of machinery, equipment, or vehicles
The braking system is the primary stopping mechanism in a car.
O sistema de freios é o mecanismo de parada principal de um carro.
2. A safety feature that prevents further operation or movement
The emergency stopping mechanism on the elevator must be regularly tested.
O mecanismo de parada de emergência do elevador deve ser testado regularmente.
3. A control that terminates a process or action
The software has a stopping mechanism to prevent infinite loops.
O software possui um mecanismo de parada para evitar loops infinitos.