BRACE

/bɹeɪs/

5-letter word · 9 Scrabble points · 11 Words With Friends points

B 3
R 1
A 1
C 3
E 1

Meaning of BRACE

noun
  1. Armor for the arm; vambrace.
  2. A measurement of length, originally representing a person's outstretched arms.
verb
  1. To prepare for something bad, such as an impact or blow.
    "All hands, brace for impact!"
  2. To place in a position for resisting pressure; to hold firmly.
    "He braced himself against the crowd."
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Anagrams of BRACE

acerb9
caber9

Related words

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baals7
babas9
babel9
babes9
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baboo9
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babus9
bacca11
backs13
bacon9
baddy12
badge9
badly11
baffs13
baffy16
bagel8
baggy12
bahts10
bails7
bairn7
baith10
baits7

About the word BRACE

Is "BRACE" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "BRACE" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "BRACE" worth?

In Scrabble, "BRACE" is worth 9 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 11 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 27.

What does "BRACE" mean?

Armor for the arm; vambrace.

What are the anagrams of "BRACE"?

2 anagrams can be formed using the same letters as BRACE: ACERB, CABER.