word
Bracket
BRA-kiht
/ˈbrækɪt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
bracket
Dictionary meaning
A support projecting from a wall (as to hold a shelf).
Examples
- They bracketed the teams for the playoffs.
- I bracket bookshelves so they can bear the weight of my heavy tomes.
Synonyms: wall bracket
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