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									[ noun ] a structural member used to stiffen a framework  Synonyms Used in print(The Family Fallout Shelter. Office of Civil and Defence...) The wooden bracing between the roof beams is placed flush with the inside of the wall . Mortar is poured between this bracing and the 4 - inch blocks on edge to complete the wall thickness for radiation shielding . Related terms strengthener structural_member guy crosspiece stay stringer gusset strut tie framework brace | 
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									[ adjective ] imparting vitality and energy  Synonyms fresh refreshing brisk refreshful tonic energising energizing Examples "the bracing mountain air" Related terms | 
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