Meaning of the word "brave"

brave
possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
[adjective]
Examples:
Familiarity with danger makes a brave man braver but less daring
invulnerable to fear or intimidation
[adjective]
face and withstand with courage
[verb]
Examples:
She braved the elements
brightly colored and showy
[adjective]
Examples:
girls decked out in brave new dresses
brave banners flying
a North American Indian warrior
[noun]
people who are brave
[noun]
Examples:
the home of the free and the brave