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band brake

American  

noun

  1. a brake using a brake band.


Etymology

Origin of band brake

First recorded in 1885–90

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The hoist motor is also fitted with an electric brake by which, when the power is cut off, a band brake is applied to the hoisting drum.

From The New York Subway Its Construction and Equipment by Anonymous

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