Thorough-brace

Thorough-brace
Thorough-brace Thor"ough-brace`, n. A leather strap supporting the body of a carriage, and attached to springs, or serving as a spring. See Illust. of {Chaise}. [1913 Webster]

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  • thorough brace — either of two strong braces or bands of leather supporting the body of a coach or other vehicle and connecting the front and back springs. [1830 40, Amer.] * * * …   Universalium

  • thorough brace — /ˈθʌrə breɪs/ (say thuruh brays) noun either of two strong braces or bands of leather from the front to the back spring supporting the body of a coach or other vehicle; originally an American design …  

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