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ahdin — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • brace noun A device or support that holds something firmly in place or steadies it.

Senses

ahdin is used for these senses in English:

  • brace (nautical) A rope reeved through a block at the end of a yard, by which the yard is moved horizontally; also, a rudder gudgeon.
  • supercharger (automotive) An inlet air compressor for an internal combustion engine (either Otto or Diesel cycle).
  • vang (nautical) A line extended down from the end of a gaff, used to regulate its position

brace — full definition

  1. noun A device or support that holds something firmly in place or steadies it.
  2. noun A pair of something, especially game birds or similar items.
  3. verb To prepare oneself for something difficult or unpleasant, such as an impact or shock.

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