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Definition of bracing

Overview of noun bracing

The noun bracing has 1 senses? (first 1 from tagged texts)

1. (2) brace, bracing

(a structural member used to stiffen a framework)

Overview of verb brace

The verb brace has 4 senses? (first 3 from tagged texts)

1. (2) brace, poise

(prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult)

2. (2) brace, steady, stabilize, stabilise

(support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace; "brace your elbows while working on the potter's wheel")

3. (1) brace

(support by bracing)

4. stimulate, arouse, brace, energize, energise, perk up

(cause to be alert and energetic; "Coffee and tea stimulate me"; "This herbal infusion doesn't stimulate")

Overview of adj bracing

The adj bracing has 1 senses? (no senses from tagged texts)

1. bracing, brisk, fresh, refreshing, refreshful, tonic

(imparting vitality and energy; "the bracing mountain air")