Brace

usgb/breɪs/
noun

A device that holds or fastens things firmly together.

The dentist put a brace on my teeth to straighten them.
Visual representation of "brace" - A device that holds or fastens things firmly together.

Often appears as...

  • brace of teeth
  • brace for doors
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Physical Support

Typically used to describe something that physically strengthens or holds together another object.

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She installed a brace to secure the shelf to the wall.
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Technical Usage

Often found in technical contexts like construction, orthodontics, or mechanics.

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The engineer recommended adding a brace to the bridge structure.
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