I. bra·cer ˈbrā-sər noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French * bracer, from braz arm, from Latin bracchium
Date: 14th century
: an arm or wrist protector especially for use by an archer
II. brac·er ˈbrā-sər noun
Date: 1579
1. : one that braces, binds, or makes firm
2. : a drink (as of liquor) taken as a stimulant