Definition

braces (dentistry): a metal device that corrects dental irregularities noun
braces (clothing) (UK): a pair of straps worn over the shoulders for holding up the trousers noun

UK: Your trousers are too big! You need to wear a pair of braces.
US: The dentist told me I needed braces to straighten my teeth.
  • "With the braces?"
  • "Kevin : And that girl over there with the braces?"

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