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brace (brās) an orthopedic appliance or apparatus applied to the body, particularly the trunk or lower limbs, to support the weight of the body, to correct or prevent deformities, or to control involuntary movements. See also orthosis. (in the pl.)orthodontic appliance. Milwaukee brace
a brace consisting of a leather girdle and neck ring connected by metal struts; used to brace the spine in the treatment of
scoliosis. neck brace
cervical orthosis.
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