Meaning & use
bracer
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A protective covering worn on the forearm, especially by archers, or historically as part of armor.
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The archer strapped on a leather bracer before drawing her bow.
The knight's bracers were engraved with his family crest.
A note on using this word
Also used informally, especially in older or British English, for a strong or invigorating drink taken for its bracing effect.
Words with a similar meaning
armguard
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Another way to use it
2. noun
(Informal) A strong or invigorating alcoholic drink.
He had a quick bracer before heading out into the cold.
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