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bra (brä)

noun

an undergarment worn by women to support the breasts or give a desired contour to the bust

Etymology: < brassiere

BRA (Basic Rate Access) Telecom Definition
Synonymous with BRI (Basic Rate Interface).The term BRA generally is used outside North America. See BRI.
bra Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • pad: A fabulous padded plunge bikini bra perfectly molded to the body, boasting a built in gel boost padding for an extra enhanced cleavage.
  • wear: For years, I didn't wear a bra.
  • decorate: It was in aid of breast cancer research and cancer care and all the entrants were encouraged to wear decorated bras.
  • choose: For ladies - choose a well-fitting supportive sports bra for comfort.

Adjective modifier

  • underwired: The underwired bra has an embroidered lace panel down the side of each bra cup.
  • strapless: A basque with removable straps will also provide more support than just a strapless bra.
  • supportive: Wearing a comfortable, supportive maternity bra should help.
  • pink: An insider said: ' All the female nominees were sent a pink bra with a 5.5 carat diamond brooch pinned to it.
  • soft: Ref: 3327 The softest nursing bra you'll ever find!
  • black: Get a flat black car bra, paint over flat surfaces with glossy paint, paint over rounded surfaces with flat paint.

Modifies a noun

  • strap: Avoid tight bra straps, sleeves, watches, rings or heavy shoulder bags.
  • cup: Maureen pulled up her top to let an engorged breast break free from a padded, reinforced bra cup.
  • fitting: Now, a unique partnership between St Ann's Hospice and Marks & Spencer will take the trauma out of bra fittings.
  • size: Remember, your bra size can change due to age, diet or exercise.

Noun used with modifier

  • push-up: These focus the attention on the shoulders and cleavage area, which can be enhanced by wearing a push-up bra.
  • maternity: Wearing a comfortable, supportive maternity bra should help.
  • nursing: At about 36 weeks you should be measured for a nursing bra.
  • sport: Or a nice blond with a slightly slack sports bra on the machine next to me.
  • cup: Playtex Cross Your Heart This soft cup bra provides firm support and a natural rounded shape with its side... No reviews yet.
  • shelf: Tube construction eliminates chafing side seams, and the absence of a shelf bra grants a dose of freedom.
bra Quotes

  Burn your bra!

—Anonymous

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