bracing

Meaning

present participle and gerund of brace

refreshful

pull tight

track rod

tie-bar

supporting pillar

brace strut

tie bar

support stand

stay bolt

support pillar

tie-rod

supporting block

supporting column

drawber

backguy

lashing strip

set up hard

stand leg

supporting strut

strut rod

prop mainstay

support leg

support post

post column

binding rod

train arm

binding joist

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Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈbɹeɪsɪŋ/

New

brace

1. To prepare for something bad, such as an impact or blow.
2. To place in a position for resisting pressure; to hold firmly.
3. To swing round the yards of a square rigged ship, using braces, to present a more efficient sail surface to the direction of the wind.
4. To stop someone for questioning, usually said of police.
5. To confront with questions, demands or requests.
6. To furnish with braces; to support; to prop.
7. To draw tight; to tighten; to put in a state of tension; to strain; to strengthen.
8. To bind or tie closely; to fasten tightly.

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