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noun
A brake (slowing device) that is operated pneumatically (by air pressure).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
A movable control surface that extends to increase drag without affecting lift (unlike a spoiler); a device that provides aerodynamic braking.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: aeronautics, aerospace, aviation, business, engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
a vehicular brake that operates by compressed air; especially for heavy vehicles
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: power brake
noun
a small parachute or articulated flap to reduce the speed of an aircraft
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: dive brake
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: restraint, constraint
History
From air + brake.
Across languages
11 source translations are retained for this English entry.
