Synonyms of braidednext
1
a
: made by intertwining three or more strands
b
: ornamented with braid
2
: forming an interlacing network of channels
a braided river

braided

2 of 2

past tense and past participle of braid entry 1

Examples of braided in a Sentence

Adjective a hat with braided trim

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of braided was in the 15th century

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“Braided.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/braided. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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