braid 1 of 2

as in lace
a length of something formed of three or more strands woven together until she was 15, she had a braid that reached to her knees

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braid

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verb

as in to plait
to form into a braid they taught each other how to braid yarn into bracelets

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Recent Examples of braid
Noun
The influencer appears in the inaugural issue embracing all things bright, bold, and colorful, including an XXL braid, a bubble ponytail, graphic eyeliner, sunset eye shadow, and so much more. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 1 May 2025 Styling tips to minimize damage to your hair include: Avoid continuously wearing hairstyles such as tight ponytails, hair extensions, braids, and cornrows, which cause tension and could lead to hair loss. Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 22 Apr. 2025
Verb
Ellen: Read braiding Sweetgrass,, which is Robin Wall Kimer first book. Outside Online, 16 Apr. 2025 In the campaign itself, industry-leading hair pros are tasked with styling healthy hair, instead of repairing the damage bleach, relaxers, and braiding hair often leave behind. Essence, 2 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for braid
Recent Examples of Synonyms for braid
Noun
  • The metallic leather cap toe and stiletto heel offered a clean contrast to the transparent PVC sides — an effect that mirrored the gown’s interplay of opaque velvet and sheer lace.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 2 June 2025
  • These structural characteristics reflect and refract light in a way that creates a subtle but dazzling iridescence – less like the bold sparkle of a peacock and more like fine lace held up to sunlight.
    Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
Verb
  • The various story strands are plaited together so neatly as to become a single braid, with an emphasis on how much these lives interlock as the shelter inmates support each other.
    Stephanie Bunbury, Deadline, 23 May 2025
  • Among the haunting remnants, one image has stayed with me—a child's lock of hair, neatly plaited and tied with a small red ribbon, matted with mud.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The rocker, known for her signature bleach-blonde 'do, frequently paired denim with an edgy T-shirt, bold stripes, patterns or sequins.
    Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 1 June 2025
  • Play with big-scale florals and small-scale florals, big stripes and small stripes with a little solid to create calm.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2025
Verb
  • The latest installment, Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning, which hit theaters on May 23, continues the story set up in 2023's Dead Reckoning, weaving together elements from the previous seven films, for what is possibly the last Mission: Impossible movie.
    Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 23 May 2025
  • The Shed describes The Brothers Size as a modern-day fable about two brothers in the Deep South that weaves in the rich storytelling tradition of the Yoruba people of West Africa.
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 21 May 2025
Noun
  • Seeing over 100,000 visitors annually, the Meadow Creek Trail has seen widespread erosion, trail braiding and other impacts.
    The Summit Daily, Denver Post, 15 May 2025
  • During that time, horses can be taken for a walk, petted or given a makeover that includes glittery hoof polish and tail braiding.
    Talia McWright, Twin Cities, 10 May 2025
Verb
  • As Mendez suggested, the platting process was avoided.
    Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Historic records do show that by the late 1830s, a group of five white men platted the land near the settlement and sold lots.
    Jonathan Bullington, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The intricate lacing system is enclosed and features white accents.
    Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 May 2025
  • Loop eyelets are also used for the lacing rather than the more traditional eyestay panel used previously.
    Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 16 May 2025

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