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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
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Smart, aware drivers think about this when operating a Firebird from this era, allowing for a bit more stopping distance, though the disc brakes feel capable and confident.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024
Both models feature bigger 20-inch wheels with fat grippy Schwalbe tires, hydraulic disc brakes from Tektro, wider handlebars, and a frame geometry that more closely resembles full-size bicycles.
—Thomas Ricker, The Verge, 24 Sep. 2024
Blix Rounding out the key specs are 20-inch wheels with 2.4-inch puncture-resistant tires, hydraulic disc brakes with 180-mm rotors, an electronic horn to warn others of your approach, and a low/high-beam headlight capable of 120 lux, plus a braking tail-light with turn signaling.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2024
The 295 ft-lbs of torque runs thru a 7 speed dual clutch automatic transmission with paddle shifters, routed into an xDrive all wheel drive (AWD) traction control system, with 4 wheel anti-lock disc brakes and dynamic brake control.
—Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1865, in the meaning defined above
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“Disc brake.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disc%20brake. Accessed 5 Oct. 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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