bracer

1 of 2

noun (1)

bra·​cer ˈbrā-sər 

: an arm or wrist protector especially for use by an archer

bracer

2 of 2

noun (2)

brac·​er ˈbrā-sər 

1

: one that braces, binds, or makes firm

2

: a drink (as of liquor) taken as a stimulant

Examples of bracer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

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

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

Middle English, from Anglo-French *bracer, from braz arm, from Latin bracchium

First Known Use

Noun (1)

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1579, in the meaning defined at sense 1