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brake fluid

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.



brake fluid

noun

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

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The jury heard that he said he had stabbed himself in the neck, consumed brake fluid and driven his Porsche car into the water.

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This prompted doctors to administer an antidote for the brake fluid.

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

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

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

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