braking lever
nounUK /ˈbreɪkɪŋ ˈliːvə/
US /ˈbreɪkɪŋ ˈlɛvər/
A braking lever is a handle you pull to make a bike or machine slow down and stop.
She squeezed the braking lever to stop her bicycle at the crossing.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A lever in a vehicle that applies the brakes when pulled.
The driver pulled the braking lever to slow the train.
3. A hand control on a motorcycle that operates the front brake.
He adjusted the braking lever on his motorcycle for a better grip.
4. A mechanical arm that presses a brake pad against a wheel.
The mechanic replaced the worn braking lever on the cart.