brakelining
nounUK /ˈbreɪklaɪnɪŋ/
US /ˈbreɪklaɪnɪŋ/
A rough pad that presses on a wheel to make a car or bike stop.
The mechanic replaced the worn brakelining so the car could stop safely.
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2. The friction material attached to a brake shoe in a drum brake system.
The brakelining on the rear drum brakes was completely worn down.
3. A protective layer that slows or stops motion through rubbing contact.
Engineers tested the new brakelining for heat resistance.
4. Informal term for the replaceable friction surface in vehicle braking systems.
He ordered a brakelining kit online for his old truck.