braces

American  

[brey-siz] / ˈbreɪ sɪz /

plural noun

1. Orthodontics. brace.

2. Chiefly British. suspenders.

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braces British  

/ ˈbreɪsɪz /

plural noun

1. US and Canadian word: suspenders.  a pair of straps worn over the shoulders by men for holding up the trousers

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Example Sentences

While the Bay Area faces King Tide flooding, Southern California braces for debris flows in burn scarred areas.

From Los Angeles Times

Amber snow warnings have been issued for parts of northern Scotland as the country braces for several days of wintry weather.

From BBC

Thousands of flights across the US have been cancelled or delayed as the North East braces for a severe winter storm during the peak holiday travel season.

From BBC

Sheffield's Fitzpatrick was taunted for his brand of footwear and for wearing braces in his teeth until relatively recently.

From BBC

But today’s founders might well have a learner’s permit and a mouthful of braces.

From The Wall Street Journal