A supportive device or prop that holds something firm

• A medical bandage or splint to stabilize a body part

An orthodontic appliance for straightening teeth

• Usually used in the plural

Straps that hold up trousers

• British usage; usually plural

A hand tool for turning a bit; a bitstock

The curly bracket { } punctuation mark

• In music, a symbol that joins staves

A structural member that stiffens a frame or prevents distortion

A pair; two of something, especially game birds or two goals by one player

To prepare oneself for something difficult or an impact

To support, strengthen, or secure by tightening or fastening