braided

adjective

braid·​ed ˈbrā-dəd How to pronounce braided (audio)
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

Examples of braided in a Sentence

a hat with braided trim
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His second, a nostalgic portrait of Northern California teenagers in braided vignettes, had been an unexpected box office success. Nathan Heller, Vogue, 29 May 2026 Like any other braided look, regularly cleansing and moisturizing the scalp can help prevent dryness and flakiness. Larry Stansbury, InStyle, 25 May 2026 Bubble initial necklaces aren’t going away anytime soon, and a unique braided design sets this one apart from the pack. Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026 As for glam, the about-face founder opted for winged liner and an undone updo with braided sections and loose pieces around their face. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 18 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for braided

Word History

First Known Use

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 9 Jun. 2026.

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