coaster brake

noun

a brake on the hub of the rear wheel of freewheel bicycles, operated by back pressure on the pedals.

Origin of coaster brake

1885-1890

1885-90

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The arrangement of the coaster-brake hub produces the same effect as a coaster brake on a bicycle.

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