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brake light

[ breyk lahyt ]

noun

  1. a taillight that lights up as the driver of a vehicle steps on the brake pedal to slow down or stop.

brake light

noun

  1. a red light attached to the rear of a motor vehicle that lights up when the brakes are applied, serving as a warning to following drivers Also calledstoplight

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Word History and Origins

Origin of brake light1

First recorded in 1850–55 (for railroad trains)

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Example Sentences

When it comes to stops to enforce traffic laws—like speeding, or driving with a broken brake light—being black has no influence.

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