Handbrake

created by tribbel
(thing) by tribbel (2 y) (print)   ?   (I like it!) Tue Aug 22 2000 at 0:05:50

A device found in cars to prevent the car from moving by blocking the wheels. It is usually operated by a lever to the right-hand side (left for britain, and most former british colonies) of the driver (between the passenger's seat and the driver's seat).

It is used when parking the car (so it won't roll onto the road, or down a hill) or when making a handbrake turn.

It also appears to be slang for something, but I don't know what...
(idea) by simonc (3.3 y) (print)   ?   (I like it!) Sat Jan 27 2001 at 9:48:01
Handbrake is an Australian slang term for girlfriend.

"Nah, Bill won't be coming to the pub tonight. He's got his handbrake on."

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