brakegear

English

Etymology

From brake +‎ gear

Noun

brakegear (uncountable)

  1. (rail transport) The mechanical parts of the braking system on locomotives and rolling stock.
    • 1962 June, “Diesel economy analysed—a postscript”, in Modern Railways, page 422:
      At the same time, the valves, pistons, motion and brakegear plus ancillary equipment is overhauled, putting the locomotive out of commission for about 26 to 30 days.
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