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Bra: meaning, definitions and examples

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bra

 

[ brษ’ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

women's clothing

A bra, short for brassiere, is a women's undergarment designed to support and cover the breasts. Bras come in various styles and sizes, often featuring adjustable straps and different levels of padding. They are commonly worn under clothing and play a significant role in providing comfort and shape to the breasts. The design and purpose of bras have evolved over the years, with modern options catering to both functionality and aesthetics.

Synonyms

brassiere, bustier, undergarment

Examples of usage

  • She decided to wear a comfortable sports bra for her workout.
  • Bridal bras are designed to be invisible under wedding dresses.
  • Many women prefer wireless bras for everyday wear.

Translations

Translations of the word "bra" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sutiรฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅเคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช BH

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bra

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปั–ั„ั‡ะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ biustonosz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒฉใ‚ธใƒฃใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท soutien-gorge

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sostรฉn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sรผtyen

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ธŒ๋ž˜์ง€์–ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูˆุชูŠุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ podprsenka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ podprsenka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ƒธ็ฝฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ modrฤek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ brjรณstahaldari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำฉะนะปะตะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ แƒแƒ–แƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sutyen

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sostรฉn

Etymology

The term 'bra' is a shortened form of 'brassiรจre,' which originated in French. The word 'brassiรจre' means 'upper arm,' which refers to the garment's design that supports and shapes the breasts. The concept of supportive undergarments dates back to ancient times, with examples of similar garments found in various cultures, from corsets in the Victorian era to more modern, less restrictive designs. In the early 20th century, the modern bra as we know it began to take shape, popularized by advancements in textile technology and changes in women's fashion. The bra became a staple in women's wardrobes, reflecting both societal shifts and evolving views on femininity and comfort.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,873, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.