braced (Adjective) — Positioned so as to be ready for confrontation or danger. ex. "he stood to attention with his shoulders braced"
braced (Adjective) — Held up by braces or buttresses. ex. "He was required to take out the corners and rebuild them, providing for braced walls"
braced (Verb) — Prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult.
braced (Verb) — Support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace. ex. "brace your elbows while working on the potter's wheel"
braced (Verb) — Support by bracing.
braced (Verb) — Cause to be alert and energetic. ex. "Coffee and tea brace me"