lacing

noun

lac·​ing ˈlā-siŋ 

1

: the action of one that laces

2

: something that laces : lace

3

: a contrasting marginal band of color (as on a feather)

4

a

: a dash of liquor in a food or beverage

b

: a trace or sprinkling that adds spice or flavor

5

: a decisive defeat

Synonyms of lacing

• cable
• wire
• rope
• lace

Examples of lacing in a Sentence

stopped briefly to tighten the lacing on his shoe

the lacing on the uniform gives it a smart look

Recent Examples on the Web

These ivory leather chairs get their name from the delicate corset lacing that runs up the back—a subtle touch of coquette style. —Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2026

According to a press release, the bustier dress was designed with 25,000 silk thread feathers and lacing with gold metal eyelets at the back, as well as an ivory tulle skirt. —Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026

Knee-grazing jean shorts were another staple—often amped up with cargo pockets, studding, grommets and lacing. —Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026

Asymmetrical zippers, cutouts, and elements like lacing and corsetry add structure and edge. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for lacing

• basing
• bracing
• casing
• chasing
• facing
• gracing
• pacing
• placing
• racing
• spacing
• tracing
• debasing

Kids Definition

lacing

noun

lac·​ing

ˈlā-siŋ

1

: the action of one that laces

2

: lace entry 2