brake fluid

American  

noun

Automotive.

1. the fluid used in a brake system to transmit pressure from the brake pedal to the pistons at each wheel, producing the braking action.

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brake fluid British  

noun

1. an oily liquid used to transmit pressure in a hydraulic brake or clutch system

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Example Sentences

The sun was not quite up as Eric Helera unlocked the doors of his jeepney, wiped down its two long passenger benches, and checked his brake fluid before another day ferrying Manila commuters.

From Barron's

The mechanic informs you that your car’s brake fluid is too low.

From Los Angeles Times

Your brake fluid supply, he says, has reached “crisis” levels, which sounds both scary and very expensive.

From Los Angeles Times

Naturally, you would prefer that your car have a noncritical amount of brake fluid.

From Los Angeles Times

That will be one more estimate for state lawmakers of how much brake fluid the car needs.

From Los Angeles Times