Brakes

6 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Devices for slowing or stopping vehicles or machines.

“The mechanic checked the brakes before the long journey.”

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Two vowels A and E with K; S ending

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Worth 12 points; K adds value at 5 points

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