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BRACE definition: something that holds parts together or in place, as a clasp or clamp. See examples of brace used in a sentence.

Brace definition: A device that holds or fastens two or more parts together or in place; a clamp.

5 days ago · (plural brace) A pair, a couple; originally used of dogs, and later of animals generally (e.g., a brace of conies) and then other things, but rarely human persons.

Definition of brace noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

brace verb [T] (PREPARE) brace yourself to prepare yourself physically or mentally for something unpleasant:

to furnish, fasten, or strengthen with or as if with a brace: He braced the sagging wall with a piece of wood. to prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant:[~ + oneself] couldn't brake in time and braced …

What is the etymology of the noun brace? brace is a borrowing from French. Etymons: French brace, bras.

To prepare or position so as to be ready for impact or danger: Union members braced themselves for a confrontation with management.