noun
bra
brah
noun
1
An undergarment worn by women to support the breasts.
"She bought a new bra to go with the dress."
How to Use Bra
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA supportive undergarment for the chest.
Common pairings
sports bra
bra strap
bra size
Word Forms
bras plural, bras plural
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Etymology
A shortened form of "brassiere," borrowed from French, ultimately from Latin "bracchium" ("arm").