airbrakes

/EH1 R B R EY1 K S/
noun
  1. 1

    A brake (slowing device) that is operated pneumatically (by air pressure).

    “The powerful airbrake of the truck quickly brought it to a stop.”

  2. 2

    A moving part of an aircraft wing to reduce lift and airspeed.

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