Definitions

1. verb

to suddenly stop or slow down (a vehicle or a process) with a sudden sharp application of brakes or a reduction in speed or effort

“The driver had to frenate to avoid hitting a pedestrian in the crosswalk.”

2. verb

to reduce speed or force suddenly

“The cyclist frenated to avoid a pothole in the road.”

3. verb

to bring to an abrupt end or stop

“The project had to be frenated due to lack of funding.”