: an arm or wrist protector especially for use by an archer
1
: one that braces, binds, or makes firm
2
: a drink (as of liquor) taken as a stimulant
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2024
With her help, the boys must learn to master their elemental arm bracers, which when used properly summon legendary heroes and gods of the corresponding elements to fight on their behalf.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 22 Nov. 2023
Its earnest and unadorned affirmation of love is a fine bracer, in these sour, suspicious times.
—Nick Paumgarten, The New Yorker, 22 Jan. 2022
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Noun
Buried about 2 feet down, a breastplate, a backplate, one shoulder pad, forearm bracers and a helmet belonging to an ancient suit of armor were found, according to the release.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2024
With her help, the boys must learn to master their elemental arm bracers, which when used properly summon legendary heroes and gods of the corresponding elements to fight on their behalf.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 22 Nov. 2023
Its earnest and unadorned affirmation of love is a fine bracer, in these sour, suspicious times.
—Nick Paumgarten, The New Yorker, 22 Jan. 2022
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“Bracer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bracer. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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