brakingarm
nounUK /ˈbreɪkɪŋ ɑːm/
US /ˈbreɪkɪŋ ɑːrm/
A braking arm is a part that helps a machine slow down or stop.
The robot's braking arm gently stopped the spinning wheel.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A pivoting lever that applies pressure to a brake pad.
The mechanic tightened the braking arm so the bike would stop faster.
3. A safety arm on a ride that slows it down.
The braking arm swung out to slow the merry-go-round.
4. A robotic limb used to halt motion in a factory.
The braking arm caught the falling box before it hit the floor.