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• present tense form of brace (3rd person singular).
• plural of brace.

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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Explanation

Braces are put on your teeth to help straighten them. Braces are most often seen on kids between the ages of nine and fourteen, but every once in a while you might find an adult with them too! Braces are orthodontic devices that date back to ancient times. Some Egyptian mummies have been discovered with makeshift ones. Modern-day braces work by applying gentle pressure to shift teeth into their desired positions using wires, brackets, and colorful rubber bands. While a journey with braces involves some discomfort and tooth sensitivity, the end result is often a wonderfully aligned set of teeth that can boost both oral health and confidence.

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After opening with a scoreless draw against Cape Verde, the reigning European champions have scored eight goals in the past three games, with Mikel Oyarzabal notching a pair of braces.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 6, 2026

As Britain braces itself for another hot week, experts are warning that many fridges in UK homes and supermarkets are unable to cope with the sort of record-breaking temperatures we have been experiencing.

From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026

Kylian Mbappé had braces in the first two games and is tied with Ousmane Dembélé for the team scoring lead for four goals.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 28, 2026

For some participants, one of the most appealing parts of the approach was that it did not require pills, surgery, braces, or a device worn all day.

From Science Daily ● May 22, 2026

A light-skinned kid with braces and a rock face.

From "Ghost" by Jason Reynolds