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plait


2plait

verb

Definition of PLAIT

transitive verb
1
: pleat 1
2
a : to interweave the strands or locks of : braid b : to make by plaiting <plait a basket>
— plait·er noun
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Examples of PLAIT

  1. My mum taught me how to plait my own hair.
  2. <plaited the doll's hair so it wouldn't tangle>

First Known Use of PLAIT

14th century

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