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

And above ground, its arid ranges and braided river systems continue to shelter a rich array of native species that have adapted to extremes over millions of years. —Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025

Men often shave their heads, while women wear braided crowns. —Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Apr. 2025

Without broad agreement on which strategies do work best, some districts are trying a braided approach – using a combination of technology, on-the-ground threat assessment teams, and other mental health supports. —Jackie Valley, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Apr. 2025

The cream and brown pair beautifully together to create a braided runner that’s light and airy, perfect for summer meals. —Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 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