braless adjective

Examples of bra in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Basically, this bra is perfect and anyone on your list will love it. Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 27 Oct. 2024 This medium-support sports bra is sweat-wicking, quick-drying, and slightly compressive. Genevieve Cepeda, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024 Noticeably absent is fashion—not a trace of a bra or nightgown, never mind designer interpretations. Amy Verner, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2024 This subtly sparkly bra offers a snug, compressive fit, with a fun neckline to boot. Kristin Canning, SELF, 15 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bra 

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Word History

First Known Use

1933, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bra was in 1933

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“Bra.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bra. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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bra

noun

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