braces

• IPA^(key): /ˈbɹeɪsɪz/

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• Rhymes: -eɪsɪz

braces

1. plural of brace

braces pl (plural only)

1. (orthodontics) A device worn on the teeth to straighten them.

   Hyponyms: removable braces, fixed braces

   Susy has to go to the dentist to see if she needs braces.

2. (dated) Handcuffs.

   We put that villain in braces.

3. (British) A pair of straps crossing one's shoulders and extending down to one's trousers, where a clip or button arrangement allows them to affix to the trousers, ensuring that they will not fall off.

   Synonym: (US) suspenders

• (orthodontics): dental braces
• (handcuffs): manacles
• (pair of straps holding trousers): suspenders

• belt and braces
• train track braces

braces

1. third-person singular simple present indicative of brace

• cabers, cabres

• IPA^(key): (Central, Balearic) [ˈbɾa.səs]
• IPA^(key): (Valencia) [ˈbɾa.ses]

braces

1. plural of braça

braces

1. plural of braç