brake light

Noun

Meaning

a red light on the rear of a motor vehicle that signals when the brakes are applied to slow or stop

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

stoplight traffic light yellow light traffic signal stop sign stop light tail light stop lamp red lamp red traffic light break lights brake lights missing brake light mount brake light stop lamps
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Hypernyms

visual signal

Related terms

taillight indicator light

Examples

A driver pulled over for a defective brake light in the 4200 block of Bissonnet on June 12 was arrested from driving with a suspended license. Source: Internet

Schedule a brake inspection and look for warning signs that your vehicle may need services, such as an illuminated brake light or screeching, grinding or clicking noises when applying the brakes. Source: Internet

NORTH CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) - A traffic stop for a defective brake light led to a fatal officer-involved shooting in North Charleston on Saturday, according to officials with the North Charleston Police Department. Source: Internet

The tail unit is another work of art, with stunning, smooth lines that help accentuate the minimalist brake light, indicators and plate mount. Source: Internet

On Sunday, January 26, 2014, Officer Brandon Stark, with the Lexington Police Department, initiated a traffic stop in the 8900 block of Highway 77 for a defective brake light on a vehicle. Source: Internet

The next day, an officer observed a vehicle with defective equipment (left brake light out) and unconfirmed insurance per computer query. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

brake lamp brake lamps brake lever brake light switch brake light switches brake lights