braking
|brak/ing|
B1
/ˈbreɪkɪŋ/
(brake)
slowing down
Etymology
Etymology Information
'brake' originates from Middle Dutch, specifically the word 'brāken', where 'brāken' meant 'to break'.
Historical Evolution
'brāken' transformed into the Middle English word 'braken', and eventually became the modern English word 'brake'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to break or crush', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to slow down or stop'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'brake', meaning to slow down or stop a moving vehicle by using a brake.
The car was braking to avoid hitting the deer.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41