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brace

[breɪs]

brace Definition

  • 1a device that holds things firmly together or in place
  • 2a pair of something, typically of birds or animals killed in hunting
  • 3prepare oneself for something difficult or unpleasant

Using brace: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "brace" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She wore a brace on her knee after the surgery.

  • Example

    The carpenter used a brace to hold the wood in place while he worked.

  • Example

    He shot a brace of pheasants on his hunting trip.

  • Example

    I need to brace myself for the upcoming exam.

  • Example

    The city is bracing for a major snowstorm.

brace Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with brace

  • brace and bit

    a tool used for drilling holes in wood

    Example

    The carpenter used a brace and bit to drill the hole.

  • prepare oneself for a collision or other impact

    Example

    The passengers braced themselves for impact as the plane landed.

  • brace up

    summon up one's courage or strength

    Example

    She needed to brace up and face her fears.

Origins of brace

from Old French 'bracier', meaning 'to embrace'

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Summary: brace in Brief

The term 'brace' [breɪs] can refer to a device that holds things firmly together or in place, such as a knee brace or a carpenter's brace. It can also mean a pair of something, typically of birds or animals killed in hunting. As a verb, it means to prepare oneself for something difficult or unpleasant, as in 'I need to brace myself for the upcoming exam.' Phrases include 'brace and bit,' a tool used for drilling holes in wood, and 'brace oneself for impact,' meaning to prepare for a collision or other impact.

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