intransitive verb
Definition: To prepare oneself for something that is about to happen, often used in the context of bracing for impact or a challenge.
Example: Before the storm hit, we all braced ourselves for the strong winds.
noun
Definition: An object used to hold or fasten things together, or a device that supports or strengthens something.
Example: He wore a brace on his ankle to support it after the injury.
transitive verb
Definition: To prepare or strengthen something, often by making it more secure or stable.
Example: She had to brace the door to keep it from swinging open in the wind.