braces

noun

1. (form-of, plural)plural of brace
2. (plural, plural-only)A device worn on the teeth to straighten them.

   “Susy has to go to the dentist to see if she needs braces.”

3. (dated, plural, plural-only)Handcuffs.

   “We put that villain in braces.”

4. (British, plural, plural-only)A pair of straps crossing one's shoulders and extending down to one's trousers, where a clip or button arrangement allows them to affix to the trousers, ensuring that they will not fall off.

verb

1. (form-of, indicative, present, singular, third-person)third-person singular simple present indicative of brace

name

1. (form-of, plural)plural of Brace