bracer

US /ˈbreɪ.sɚ/
UK /ˈbreɪ.sɚ/
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1.

a strap or band worn on the arm to protect it or to support a weak joint

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The archer wore a leather bracer to protect his forearm from the bowstring.
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She wore a wrist bracer after spraining her joint.
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armguardbracesupportbandstrap
2.

a stimulating drink or tonic

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He needed a strong coffee as a bracer to start his day.
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A shot of whiskey served as a quick bracer against the cold.
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stimulanttonicpick-me-upinvigoratorrestorative