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parking brake vs handbrake
The brake that holds a stationary vehicle in place.
American
parking brake
“Set the parking brake when you park on a hill.”
British
handbrake
“Put the handbrake on when you park on a hill.”
Good to know
Americans say "parking brake" (also "emergency brake" or "e-brake"), while Britons say "handbrake." The British term reflects the traditional hand-operated lever, though many modern cars use electronic versions.
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