1. Structural support system that resists lateral forces such as wind, earthquakes, or horizontal loads by providing diagonal or cross bracing to a framework
The building's lateral bracing system was designed to withstand Category 5 hurricanes.
O sistema de contraventamento lateral do edifício foi projetado para resistir a furacões de categoria 5.
2. In construction and engineering, the reinforcement of a structure against sideways movement or deflection
Engineers installed lateral bracing to stabilize the industrial warehouse structure.
Os engenheiros instalaram contraventamento lateral para estabilizar a estrutura do galpão industrial.