stoppinghandle

noun
UK /ˈstɒpɪŋˌhændl/
US /ˈstɑːpɪŋˌhændl/

A stoppinghandle is a handle you pull or hold to make something stop.

She pulled the stoppinghandle to stop the toy train.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A handle used to slow or halt a machine.

The worker grabbed the stoppinghandle when the machine shook.

3. A grip on a bicycle or cart that brings it to a stop.

He squeezed the stoppinghandle and the cart rolled to a halt.

4. A lever that ends the movement of a ride or conveyor.

The operator pushed the stoppinghandle to pause the ride.