Definitions

from Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License.

  • noun Plural form of brace.
  • noun orthodontics A device for straightening teeth.
  • noun dated handcuffs
  • noun UK A pair of straps crossing one's shoulders and extending down to one's trousers, where a clip or button arrangement allows them to affix to the trousers, ensuring that they will not fall off.

from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.

  • noun an appliance that corrects dental irregularities

Etymologies

Sorry, no etymologies found.

Support

Help support Wordnik (and make this page ad-free) by adopting the word braces.

Examples

Comments

Log in or sign up to get involved in the conversation. It's quick and easy.