braiding

noun

braid·​ing ˈbrā-diŋ 

: something made of braided material

Examples of braiding in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Treats, entertainment, free haircuts and hair braiding, school supplies, health checks for adults and children, and giveaways will be available in Washington Park following the parade. — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026

Albany Engineered Composites and A&P Technology are combining advanced braiding and resin transfer molding technologies to accelerate the development of scalable composite solutions for future aerospace and defense applications. — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026

The hair at the crown and sides is meticulously slicked back, not a flyaway in sight, creating a sleek foundation that lets the intricate braiding take center stage. — Marci Robin, Allure, 29 June 2026

By concentrating the braiding on one side and allowing the rest to fall freely, this style creates the illusion of density without the tension or heaviness of longer plaits. — Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 15 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for braiding

• aiding
• blading
• fading
• grading
• lading
• raiding
• shading
• trading
• wading
• abrading
• blockading
• cascading