brassiere
Translation
brassiere, bra
Examples
She bought a new lace brassiere.
She bought a new lace brassiere.
The museum displayed vintage brassieres from the 1920s.
The museum displayed vintage brassieres from the 1920s.
Grammar Patterns
a brassiere a piece of women's underwear that supports the breasts She bought a new brassiere.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bra, bustier
Etymology
From French 'brassière' (a bodice), from 'bras' (arm).
Memory Tips
'Brassiere' is the full, formal word for 'bra'. Think of the French root 'bras' (arm) and how it 'embraces' or supports the body.