plural bras
: an undergarment that covers and supports the breasts
an underwire bra
… bras are much more than underwear in today's fashion milieu. If a bra shows a little these days, it's probably no accident …—
Rebecca Quick
Rebecca QuickNothing's worse than a bra that digs into your shoulders or irritates your skin with itchy fabric.—Marquaysa Battle
Marquaysa Battlecalled also brassiere
see also bralette, sports bra
braless
adjective
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In 2022, Duff appeared naked on the cover of Women's Health with just an arm bra.
—Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Calvin Klein gown, which featured a column silhouette and sculpted inset bra.
—Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
Made from the same silky-soft fabric as the 24/7 bra collection.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
On April 18, Rodrigo surprised Coachella Weekend 2 attendees by crashing Addison Rae’s set, wearing a baby pink custom leather bow bra from R & M Leathers paired with vintage Diesel jeans, reported Marie Claire.
—Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2026
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Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Calvin Klein gown, which featured a column silhouette and sculpted inset bra.
—Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
Made from the same silky-soft fabric as the 24/7 bra collection.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
On April 18, Rodrigo surprised Coachella Weekend 2 attendees by crashing Addison Rae’s set, wearing a baby pink custom leather bow bra from R & M Leathers paired with vintage Diesel jeans, reported Marie Claire.
—Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2026
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“Bra.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bra. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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