braless adjective

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As Mills explained, there is always some trade-off—a bra with little to no support may cause breast pain, while a highly supportive bra might put more stress on your body. Julia Ries, Health, 1 May 2025 Basically, this bra is made to maximize comfort and provide support. Izzy Baskette, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025 Some of other fun fashion finds include some picks from the bra department. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2025 This one features adjustable straps and underwire bra support to lift the girls, a scoop back, a chic asymmetrical neckline, and a flowy full-coverage skirt with a slit up the side. Elizabeth Mitchell Kadar, Glamour, 25 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bra

Word History

First Known Use

1933, in the meaning defined above

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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 5 May. 2025.

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bra

noun

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