disc brake

noun

: a brake that operates by the action of a frictional material pressed against the sides of a rotating disc by a caliper

Illustration of disc brake

Illustration of disc brake
  • 1 caliper
  • 2 disc

Examples of disc brake in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web What's not typical are the components attached to that frame, including a RockShox 35 Silver TK fork, SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain including a 12-speed rear cassette, 29-inch wheels wearing Maxxis Recon 2.4-inch wide MTB tires, and SRAM hydraulic disc brakes. William Roberson, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024 Most e-bikes also come with disc brakes, which deliver more stopping power. Nathan Borchelt, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2024 Using a Ferrari 250 GT Boano chassis and a period-correct 3.0-liter Colombo V-12, classics expert Neil Twyman re-created the machine with inboard disc brakes, an ENV differential, and independent rear suspension (instead of a beam axle) to match the original Cegga geometry. Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2024 Riders can engage the front and rear disc brakes on the handlebar or use the rear regenerative brake, that also helps recharge the battery. Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2024 Between the hydraulic disc brakes and the mildly knobby 38c tires, stopping even at full MAX/5/unlocked speed didn't rattle my nerves. Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 4 Aug. 2023 The company has since fixed this in later models and offers free replacement disc brakes for anyone who owns a stroller affected by the recall. Jessica Booth, Parents, 10 July 2023 Arkus-Duntov brought the independent rear suspension, disc brakes, and limited-slip differential to the Corvette. Rich Ceppos, Car and Driver, 13 Apr. 2023 Metro to inspect oldest cars after derailment near Reagan National The object struck by the train — in an incident captured on video — was identified as a disc brake from a 3000-series train. Justin George, Washington Post, 2 Oct. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of disc brake was in 1865

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“Disc brake.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disc%20brake. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

disc brake

noun
: a brake that operates by the friction of two plates pressing against the sides of a rotating disc
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