Synonyms: hand brake, emergency, emergency brake, parking brake
Definition: a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage
Similar words: brake
Definition: a restraint used to slow or stop a vehicle
Synonyms: pinch, emergency, exigency
Definition: a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action
Usage: he never knew what to do in an emergency
Similar words: crisis
Definition: a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something
Usage: after the crisis the patient either dies or gets better
Synonyms: emergency
Definition: a state in which martial law applies
Usage: the governor declared a state of emergency
Similar words: temporary state
Definition: a state that continues for a limited time