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bracing

The correct spelling is bracing.

How to pronounce bracing

verb

IPA: /ˈbɹeɪsɪŋ/

Say it like: Bra-sin-g

The correct spelling is bracing. To prepare for something bad, such as an impact or blow. For example: "All hands, brace for impact!"

Usage Examples

All hands, brace for impact!

He braced himself against the crowd.

to brace the yards

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To prepare for something bad, such as an impact or blow.
  2. 2.To place in a position for resisting pressure; to hold firmly.
  3. 3.To swing round the yards of a square rigged ship, using braces, to present a more efficient sail surface to the direction of the wind.
  4. 4.To stop someone for questioning, usually said of police.
  5. 5.To confront with questions, demands or requests.

noun

  1. 1.That which braces.
  2. 2.A brace.
  3. 3.A form of the military attention stance.

adjective

  1. 1.Invigorating or stimulating.

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