English noun: airbrake | |||
1. | airbrake (artifact) a small parachute or articulated flap to reduce the speed of an aircraft | ||
Synonyms | dive brake | ||
Broader (hypernym) | constraint, restraint | ||
2. | airbrake (artifact) a vehicular brake that operates by compressed air; especially for heavy vehicles | ||
Broader (hypernym) | power brake | ||
Part meronym | automotive vehicle, motor vehicle | ||