bracket (Meaning)
bracket (n)
a category falling within certain defined limits
either of two punctuation marks (`<' or `>') used in computer programming and sometimes used to enclose textual material
either of two punctuation marks ([ or ]) used to enclose textual material
a support projecting from a wall (as to hold a shelf)
bracket (v)
support with brackets
place into brackets
classify or group
bracket (n.)
An architectural member, plain or ornamental, projecting from a wall or pier, to support weight falling outside of the same; also, a decorative feature seeming to discharge such an office.
A piece or combination of pieces, usually triangular in general shape, projecting from, or fastened to, a wall, or other surface, to support heavy bodies or to strengthen angles.
A shot, crooked timber, resembling a knee, used as a support.
The cheek or side of an ordnance carriage.
One of two characters [], used to inclose a reference, explanation, or note, or a part to be excluded from a sentence, to indicate an interpolation, to rectify a mistake, or to supply an omission, and for certain other purposes; -- called also crotchet.
A gas fixture or lamp holder projecting from the face of a wall, column, or the like.
A figure determined by firing a projectile beyond a target and another short of it, as a basis for ascertaining the proper elevation of the piece; -- only used in the phrase, to establish a bracket. After the bracket is established shots are fired with intermediate elevations until the exact range is obtained. In the United States navy it is called fork.
bracket (v. t.)
To place within brackets; to connect by brackets; to furnish with brackets.
To shoot so as to establish a bracket for (an object).
Synonyms & Antonyms of bracket
Synonyms:
- subspecies
- race
- feather
- ilk
- subclass
- description
- like
- label
- heading
- title
- subdivision
- subgroup
- nature
- specialty
- kidney
- branch
- breed
- manner
- speciality
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
bracket Sentence Examples
- He mounted the shelf onto the wall using sturdy metal brackets.
- The tennis tournament had several rounds, with each player advancing through their respective brackets.
- The architect designed the building with decorative brackets beneath the eaves, adding a touch of elegance to the structure.
- In mathematics, a bracket is used to denote the precedence of operations in an equation.
- The financial planner recommended setting aside a portion of each paycheck in a savings bracket for future expenses.
- She placed her nameplate within the small brass bracket on her office door.
- The basketball team hoped to secure a spot in the playoff brackets by winning their upcoming games.
- The bracket holding the car's rearview mirror came loose, prompting a trip to the auto repair shop.
- The annual spelling bee divided participants into age brackets to ensure fair competition.
- During the home renovation, they removed the old brackets supporting the sagging porch roof and replaced them with sturdier ones.
FAQs About the word bracket
a category falling within certain defined limits, either of two punctuation marks (`<' or `>') used in computer programming and sometimes used to enclose textua
kind,type, category, classification, section, class, species, sort, generation, grade
contrast, contrast,,
He mounted the shelf onto the wall using sturdy metal brackets.
The tennis tournament had several rounds, with each player advancing through their respective brackets.
The architect designed the building with decorative brackets beneath the eaves, adding a touch of elegance to the structure.
In mathematics, a bracket is used to denote the precedence of operations in an equation.
