Meaning

5 senses
  1. That which braces, binds, or makes firm; a band or bandage.

  2. Something bracing; a stimulant.

  3. A covering to protect the arm of the bowman from the vibration of the string.

    a protective covering for the wrist or arm that is used in archery and fencing and other sports

  4. Armor for the forearm; a brassard.

  5. A medicine, as an astringent or a tonic, which gives tension or tone to any part of the body.

Origin

From Middle English bracer, from Old French braceure; equivalent to brace + -er.

From Middle English bracer, from Old French braceure; equivalent to brace + -er.

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Forms

plural: bracers
Singularbracer
Pluralbracers

regular

Synonyms

2 synonyms
Close in meaning
  • a tonic or restorative (especially a drink of liquor):pick-me-up
  • a protective covering for the wrist or arm that is used in archery and fencing and other sports:armguard

Word family

1 related words
Relatedbrace

See also

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