Ορισμός και Σημασία του "brace"

to brace

ΡΉΜΑ

στηρίζω, ενισχύω

to provide support or reinforcement to strengthen something and ensure it remains steady or firm

reinforce

shore up

stay

Transitive: to brace a structure

Example

The engineers had to brace the bridge to prevent it from collapsing during the storm.

The crew braced the ship's mast to withstand the strong winds.

The builders braced the foundation of the house to keep it steady on the uneven ground.

προετοιμάζω, αυστηροποιώ

to mentally or physically ready oneself for something challenging or unpleasant

Transitive: to brace oneself for an unpleasant situation

Example

She braced herself for the tough conversation with her boss.

The team braced themselves for the challenging task ahead.

She took a deep breath to brace herself for the difficult news.

στήριξα, στερέω

to position or secure something in a firm, stable, or fixed position

Transitive: to brace sth

Example

The athletes braced their feet firmly before the starting whistle.

She braced herself against the strong winds, planting her feet firmly in the sand.

He braced the post firmly into the ground to support the fence.

αναζωογονώ, ενεργοποιώ

to make someone feel more awake, alert, or energized

Transitive: to brace sb

Example

The cold water splashed on his face, bracing him for the start of the race.

A strong cup of coffee can brace you for a long day of work.

The news of the challenge braced her, giving her the energy to continue.

Brace

ΟΥΣΙΑΣΤΙΚΌ

an orthodontic device made of metal wires that is fitted in the mouth to push teeth in the right position

What is a "brace"?

A brace refers to a device used to straighten and align teeth. It typically includes small attachments on the teeth connected by wires and elastic bands. Braces apply gentle pressure over time to gradually move the teeth into their correct positions, improving both function and appearance.

ζώνες, σουρώνες

elastic straps that hold trousers up (usually used in the plural)

either of the two symbols { } used especially in mathematics or computing to show that the items within are connected together

What is a "brace"?

A brace { } is a punctuation mark used in writing and mathematics to group items together or to indicate a set. In programming, braces are commonly used to define blocks of code, helping to organize statements and control the flow of execution. In mathematical notation, braces can denote a set of elements, for example, {1, 2, 3} represents a set containing the numbers one, two, and three. Braces are also used in various formatting contexts, such as creating lists or showing relationships between multiple elements. They help clarify meaning and structure in written material.

ζεύγος, ζεύγος αντικειμένων

a set of two similar things considered as a unit