braless adjective

Examples of bra in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Some of our other favorites include a racerback underwire bra from Delimira with a front clasp and a shaping bra from Bali that boasts thin, stretchy cups. Dory Zayas, SELF, 12 July 2024 The actress wore a sheer blouse with a lace bra underneath paired with a floral-print midi skirt — both pieces were from Gucci’s cruise 2025 collection — and added glossy slingbacks and a Gucci bag. Renan Botelho, WWD, 11 July 2024 Boudoir Beat Goes On As seen in Di Felice’s exploration of corsets and lingerie dress, boudoir was a strong theme throughout the couture season where the ongoing popularity of sheer and lace layers, cutouts, bra tops and corsetry made for compelling, high luxury takes on the trend. Emily Mercer, WWD, 2 July 2024 The bra is 50% off in muted red and blue colors and sizes S through XL. Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 27 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for bra 

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Word History

First Known Use

1933, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bra was in 1933

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“Bra.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bra. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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bra

noun

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