bra

/brɑː/

Definitions

1. noun

a woman’s undergarment that covers and supports the breasts

“She put on her favorite bra to match her evening dress.”

2. verb

to break or split something, especially along a joint

“The tree trunk had to be bra’d before it could be cut into planks.”

3. verb

to weave or interlace something, especially fibers

“The fabric was bra’d to give it a unique texture.”

Synonyms

  • brassiere
  • corset
  • supporter

Antonyms

  • loose
  • unguarded