Brace
/bΙΉeΙͺs/
The meaning and definition of Brace, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
noun
- A measurement of length, originally representing a person's outstretched arms.
- A curved instrument or handle of iron or wood, for holding and turning bits, etc.; a bitstock.
verb
-
To prepare for something bad, such as an impact or blow.
βAll hands, brace for impact!β
-
To place in a position for resisting pressure; to hold firmly.
βHe braced himself against the crowd.β
Definitions from the Free Dictionary API
Synonyms
fathom dyad twosome
Origin
From Old French brace, from Latin bracchia.
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