brassiere

noun

bras·​siere brə-ˈzir 

 also  ˌbra-sē-ˈer

: a woman's undergarment to cover and support the breasts

Examples of brassiere in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This balancing act is executed by a design with ample deep blue-hued banquettes, warm lighting inspired by French brassieres, amber votives on every table and upholstered walls. —Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025

On the other end of the style spectrum, a sense of playfulness and granny chic aesthetic permeated the market, with Victorian-esque blouses, brassieres, and retro nighties getting the spotlight. —Irina Grechko, refinery29.com, 13 Mar. 2025

Sticks of dynamite are tossed back and forth, Jerry uses a brassiere as a parachute, and the score offers an enjoyable mix of patriotic anthems. 69. —Jeremy Fassler, Vulture, 2 Mar. 2025

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Word History

Etymology

obsolete French brassière bodice, from Old French braciere arm protector, from bras arm — more at bracelet

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

brassiere

noun

bras·​siere brə-ˈzi(ə)r 

 also  ˌbras-ē-ˈe(ə)r

: a woman's close-fitting undergarment to cover and support the breasts

Etymology

from obsolete French brassière "bodice," from early French braciere "arm protector," from bras "arm," from Latin bracchium (same meaning) — related to brace, bracelet