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to provide support or reinforcement to strengthen something and ensure it remains steady or firm
to mentally or physically ready oneself for something challenging or unpleasant
to position or secure something in a firm, stable, or fixed position
to make someone feel more awake, alert, or energized
an orthodontic device made of metal wires that is fitted in the mouth to push teeth in the right position
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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.
elastic straps that hold trousers up (usually used in the plural)
British
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.
a set of two similar things considered as a unit
two items of the same kind
a support that steadies or strengthens something else
a structural member used to stiffen a framework
a carpenter's tool having a crank handle for turning and a socket to hold a bit for boring
a rope on a square-rigged ship that is used to swing a yard about and secure it
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