Bracer
//ˈbɹeɪsə// noun
noun ·Moderate ·College level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 That which braces, binds, or makes firm; a band or bandage.
- 2 a tonic or restorative (especially a drink of liquor) wordnet
- 3 Something bracing; a stimulant.
"Country air in the fields, or in gardens, when breathed at proper hours, is an excellent bracer of the nerves, and a sure brightener of the complexion."
- 4 a protective covering for the wrist or arm that is used in archery and fencing and other sports wordnet
- 5 A covering to protect the arm of the bowman from the vibration of the string.
"To prevent the bow string from hanging on the left arm, it is covered with a piece of smooth leather, fastened on the outside of the arm, this is called a bracer."
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- 6 Armor for the forearm; a brassard.
- 7 A medicine, as an astringent or a tonic, which gives tension or tone to any part of the body.
Example
More examples"Country air in the fields, or in gardens, when breathed at proper hours, is an excellent bracer of the nerves, and a sure brightener of the complexion."
Etymology
From Middle English bracer, from Old French braceure; equivalent to brace + -er.
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