A protective covering for the arm, especially used in archery to protect the forearm from the bowstring. The archer wore a leather bracer to prevent the bowstring from hitting his arm.
A stimulating drink, often alcoholic, taken to give a feeling of warmth or invigoration. After the long hike, they enjoyed a bracer to warm themselves up.
A device or appliance for supporting or aligning a body part, such as a brace. The doctor recommended a bracer to help support his injured wrist.