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!
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She wore a brace on her knee after the surgery.
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The carpenter used a brace to hold the wood in place while he worked.
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He shot a brace of pheasants on his hunting trip.
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I need to brace myself for the upcoming exam.
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The city is bracing for a major snowstorm.
brace Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with brace
Origins of brace
from Old French 'bracier', meaning 'to embrace'
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.
