n. a support that steadies or strengthens something else
n. either of two punctuation marks ({ or }) used to enclose textual material
n. a rope on a square-rigged ship that is used to swing a yard about and secure it
n. elastic straps that hold trousers up (usually used in the plural)
n. 支柱, 曲柄, 支撑, 一对
vt. 紧缚, 支撑, 激励
vi. 打起精神
[计] 花括号
1. She wore a brace to support her injured ankle.
她戴了一个支架来支持受伤的脚踝。
2. The dentist recommended a brace to correct my teeth.
牙医建议我戴牙套来矫正牙齿。
3. You should brace yourself for the upcoming exam.
你应该为即将到来的考试做好准备。