# braving

Pronunciation: say "BRAY-ving" /ˈbɹeɪvɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle and gerund of brave. — present participle and gerund of brave
   - Simple: Present participle and gerund of brave. Use it for facing something hard or scary right now.
   - _Braving thick smoke, the rescuers carried the family to safety._
   - _The climbers were praised for braving the brutal winds near the peak._

## Noun

2. An instance of bravado; a boastful display of daring or defiance.
   - Simple: A bold boast or show of courage meant to impress other people.
   - _The duke's braving before the duel barely masked his fear._
   - _Their bravings rang hollow once the enemy advanced on the walls._

## Adjective

3. Daring and defiant; ready to face danger or opposition with bold resolve. *(archaic)*
   - Simple: Bold and ready to face danger, without backing down from others.
   - _His braving spirit carried the troops through the long siege._
   - _With a braving glance, she refused to yield to the magistrate._

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