Entry 2 senses · 2 variants Webster, 1913 Brasier · Bra·sier · IPA n. n. 01 n. An artificer who works in brass. 1. An artificer who works in brass. 02 n. A large metal pan for holding burning coals or charcoal; it is used to warm people who must stay outside for long times. 1. A large metal pan for holding burning coals or charcoal; it is used to warm people who must stay outside for long times.