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brace
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- pronunciation:
- breIs
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
something that holds things in position.
The carpenter uses a brace to hold pieces of wood in place while he works.- synonyms:
- clamp, holder, vise
- similar words:
- clasp, mount
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| definition 2: |
something that steadies or gives support to.
Julie wore a knee brace after her injury.- synonyms:
- beam, prop, stay, support
- similar words:
- bracket, buttress, cable, mainstay, rib
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| definition 3: |
a tool used for holding and turning bits that bore holes in wood.
- similar words:
- drill
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| definition 4: |
a pair.
We spotted a brace of pheasants in the meadow this morning.- synonyms:
- couple, pair
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| related words: |
pair |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
braces, bracing, braced |
| definition 1: |
to support, hold steady, or provide strength with or as if with a brace.
They braced the ceiling with a strong beam of wood.- synonyms:
- fortify, prop, strengthen, support
- similar words:
- buttress, clamp, reinforce, stake
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| definition 2: |
to prepare and steady for a shock, disappointment, or force.
Brace yourself for some bad news.- synonyms:
- steady
- similar words:
- arm, prepare
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| definition 3: |
to give energy to.
The chill autumn air braced him.- synonyms:
- refresh, revitalize, revive, stimulate
- similar words:
- fortify
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| related words: |
bear, uphold |
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