English adjective: bracing | |||
1. | bracing imparting vitality and energy | ||
Samples | The bracing mountain air. | ||
Synonyms | brisk, fresh, refreshful, refreshing, tonic | ||
Similar | invigorating | ||
Antonyms | debilitating | ||
English noun: bracing | |||
1. | bracing (artifact) a structural member used to stiffen a framework | ||
Synonyms | brace | ||
Broader (hypernym) | reinforcement, strengthener, structural member | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | crosspiece, crosstie, gusset, gusset plate, guy, guy cable, guy rope, guy wire, railroad tie, sleeper, stay, stringer, strut, tie | ||
Part meronym | framework | ||