braided

adjective

braid·​ed ˈbrā-dəd 

1

a

: made by intertwining three or more strands

b

: ornamented with braid

2

: forming an interlacing network of channels

a braided river

Examples of braided in a Sentence

a hat with braided trim

Recent Examples on the Web

There is a braided speaker grille and a metallic control panel that lends the ES300 an elegant and slightly retro look. —Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025

Munoz struck a braided cable strung between a fence post and a traffic bollard around 4:30 p.m. local time. —Jillian Frankel, People.com, 9 May 2025

The lightweight, compact design is perfect for stashing in an inner section of your suitcase—even the flat braided cord is designed to be thinner than the typical extender. —Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2025

Forget the typical raffia styles — this trend leans luxe with braided leather flats, mules, and sandals that feel more refined and versatile, taking you seamlessly from the office to a beachside escape. —Laura Lajiness Kaupke, refinery29.com, 21 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for braided

• aided
• bladed
• faded
• graded
• jaded
• raided
• shaded
• traded
• waded
• abraded
• arcaded
• blockaded