noun
brassiere
BRA-zee-eh-uh
Brassiere (noun) means a women's undergarment that supports the breasts; a bra. Example: “The shop specialises in fitting brassieres for all sizes.”
noun
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A women's undergarment that supports the breasts; a bra.
"The shop specialises in fitting brassieres for all sizes."
How to use brassiere
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When to use it
Formal; "bra" is the everyday, far more common short form.
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Word forms
- Plural
- brassieres
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Etymology
Borrowed from French brassière, originally referring to a piece of clothing worn on the arm or upper body, from bras ("arm").
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What does “brassiere” mean?
The word “brassiere” means a women's undergarment that supports the breasts; a bra.
How do you pronounce “brassiere”?
“Brassiere” is pronounced BRA-zee-eh-uh (/bɹəˈzɪɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “brassiere” in a sentence?
Here is “brassiere” used in a sentence: “The shop specialises in fitting brassieres for all sizes.”
What part of speech is “brassiere”?
“Brassiere” is a noun.
Where does the word “brassiere” come from?
The word “brassiere” comes from French. Borrowed from French brassière, originally referring to a piece of clothing worn on the arm or upper body, from bras ("arm").
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