Let-In brace : Nominal 1 inch-thick boards applied into notched studs diagonally. Also, an "L" shaped, long (@ 10') metal strap that are installed by the framer at the rough stage to give support to an exterior wall or wall corner
Frank Mayhue, Home Building Manual, Construction Glossary from Home Building Manual, USA 1999. http://www.homebuildingmanual.com/Glossary.htm, (Home Bulid - Amer) {518}