Meaning of BRACING
| Pronunciation: | | 'breysing
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- [n] a structural member used to stiffen a framework
- [adj] imparting vitality and energy; "the bracing mountain air"
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| | Synonyms: | | brace, brisk, energising, energizing, fresh, invigorating, refreshful, refreshing, tonic |
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| | See Also: | | crosspiece, crosstie, frame, framework, framing, gusset, gusset plate, guy, guy cable, guy rope, railroad tie, reinforcement, sleeper, stay, strengthener, stringer, structural member, strut, tie | |
| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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\Bra"cing\, a.
Imparting strength or tone; strengthening; invigorating; as,
a bracing north wind.
\Bra"cing\, n.
1. The act of strengthening, supporting, or propping, with a
brace or braces; the state of being braced.
2. (Engin.) Any system of braces; braces, collectively; as,
the bracing of a truss.
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