airbrake

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airbrake (plural airbrakes)

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