braces
Braces (noun) means a dental device of wires and brackets used to straighten teeth over time. Example: “She got braces in seventh grade and had them for two years.”
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA dental straightening device, or straps that hold trousers up.
In British English, "braces" means suspenders for trousers; Americans use "suspenders" for that and reserve "braces" mainly for teeth.
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What does “braces” mean?
The word “braces” means a dental device of wires and brackets used to straighten teeth over time. In plain terms, a dental straightening device, or straps that hold trousers up.
How do you pronounce “braces”?
“Braces” is pronounced BRAY-sihz (/ˈbɹeɪsɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “braces” in a sentence?
Here is “braces” used in a sentence: “She got braces in seventh grade and had them for two years.”
What part of speech is “braces”?
“Braces” is a noun.
Is “braces” a common word?
“Braces” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “braces” have?
“Braces” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a dental device of wires and brackets used to straighten teeth over time.