'Bracer' definitions:
Definition of 'bracer'
(from WordNet)
noun
A protective covering for the wrist or arm that is used in archery and fencing and other sports [syn: bracer, armguard]
noun
A tonic or restorative (especially a drink of liquor) [syn: bracer, pick-me-up]
Definition of 'Bracer'
From: GCIDE
- Bracer \Bra"cer\, n.
- 1. That which braces, binds, or makes firm; a band or bandage. [1913 Webster]
- 2. A covering to protect the arm of the bowman from the vibration of the string; also, a brassart. --Chaucer. [1913 Webster]
- 3. A medicine, as an astringent or a tonic, which gives tension or tone to any part of the body. --Johnson. [1913 Webster]
Synonyms of 'bracer'
From: Moby Thesaurus
- advocate,
- alpenstock,
- analeptic,
- arm,
- athletic supporter,
- back,
- backbone,
- backing,
- bandeau,
- bearer,
- bra,
- brace,
- bracing,
- bracket,
- brassiere,
- buttress,
- cane,
- carrier,
- cervix,
- cordial,
- corset,
- crook,
- crutch,
- enlivenment,
- exhilaration,
- foundation garment,
- fulcrum,
- girdle,
- guy,
- guywire,
- invigoration,
- jock,
- jockstrap,
- mainstay,
- maintainer,
- mast,
- neck,
- pick-me-up,
- pickup,
- prop,
- reanimation,
- recreation,
- refection,
- refresher,
- refreshing,
- refreshment,
- regale,
- regalement,
- reinforce,
- reinforcement,
- reinforcer,
- reinvigoration,
- renewal,
- rest,
- resting place,
- restorative,
- revival,
- reviver,
- revivescence,
- revivescency,
- revivification,
- rigging,
- roborant,
- shoulder,
- shroud,
- spine,
- sprit,
- staff,
- standing rigging,
- stave,
- stay,
- stick,
- stiffener,
- stimulation,
- strengthener,
- support,
- supporter,
- sustainer,
- tonic,
- upholder,
- vitamin shot,
- vivification,
- walking stick