: 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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PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
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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Noun
Once at the top or bottom, the Marswalker retracts the bracers and opens its doors again so that the S2 can be on its way while the Marswalker waits for the return trip.
—PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
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 3 Nov. 2025.
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