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bracer

/ˈbɹeɪsə/ · noun

Meaning

  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.
  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.

Etymology / origin

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

  1. braceure(fro)
  2. bracer(Middle English)
  3. bracer (English)
  4. Relations: inh, der

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