English Expression · Intermediate
brace in
to bring the yards more square to the fore and aft line
Pronunciation: say brace in
Meaning
to bring the yards more square to the fore and aft line
Example
The captain ordered the crew to brace in the yards to catch the shifting wind.
The captain ordered the crew to brace in the yards to catch the shifting wind.
Practice tips
- Practice brace in out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.