braless adjective

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Pioneer Elastics, Ribest Ribbons and S&S Industries supply trims such as elastics, ribbons and bra underwires. Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 11 Feb. 2026 The majority of the bra (56%) is made of Tencel Lyocell with 40% Merino wool (both materials are soft and sweat-wicking) with varying percentages of polyester and Lycra blended in throughout the bra’s layers and panels. Lisa Jhung, Outside, 11 Feb. 2026 Emily Ratajkowski wore nothing but a plunging black bra and full glam on a flight. Christina Perrier, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026 For the Marc Jacobs show, which is always an NYFW standout, Fox channeled an enchanted doll come to life with a head full of thick, glossy, bouncy curls and lavender-gray makeup to mimic the color of her sheer catsuit and satin bra top. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 10 Feb. 2026 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 14 Feb. 2026.

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noun

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