multistrand

adjective

mul·​ti·​strand ˌməl-tē-ˈstrand How to pronounce multistrand (audio)
-ˌtī-
variants or multistranded
: having or composed of more than one strand
a multistrand wire/necklace

Examples of multistrand in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Finishing the look: a pair of pointed black lace-up boots and a multistrand diamond necklace and matching bracelet. Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 5 Dec. 2022

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Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of multistrand was in 1927

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“Multistrand.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/multistrand. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

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