as in weaves
to form into a braid
they taught each other how to braid yarn into bracelets
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of braids
Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
As singer Tyla rose to global prominence, so did did the return of freestyle and Fulani braids, styles that looked back to the early aughts while feeling entirely refreshed.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
In seconds, their faces seem to transform, all from pulling back those braids by their temples.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 29 May 2026
The tight braids trailed over the left of her head before forming a double loop and running back toward the forest of curls behind her.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Blonde baby braids balanced by natural brunette roots combine in an irreverent aesthetic primed for summertime antics.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 27 May 2026
After curing, clip the garlic leaves off hardneck garlic varieties and store the bulbs in mesh bags, or twist softneck garlic leaves into braids for hanging.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 May 2026
Colin Joyce, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026
His death gives shape to the plot, which braids together the police investigation with relevant flashbacks.
—Judy Berman, Time, 26 Feb. 2026
Fischer skillfully braids the three stories together, situating them in an atmosphere of creative ferment and reckless churn.
—Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
Her work in this comprehensive anthology braids politics, gender, history and memory into confiding and powerful lyrics.
—Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
Noun
In braids and a bright yellow fishing bib, with her dog Claude at her side and a witty interjection always on the tip of her tongue, Maude climbs onto her trusty little boat and sets a course for the open sea.
—Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
As singer Tyla rose to global prominence, so did did the return of freestyle and Fulani braids, styles that looked back to the early aughts while feeling entirely refreshed.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
In seconds, their faces seem to transform, all from pulling back those braids by their temples.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 29 May 2026
The tight braids trailed over the left of her head before forming a double loop and running back toward the forest of curls behind her.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
Blonde baby braids balanced by natural brunette roots combine in an irreverent aesthetic primed for summertime antics.
—Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 27 May 2026
After curing, clip the garlic leaves off hardneck garlic varieties and store the bulbs in mesh bags, or twist softneck garlic leaves into braids for hanging.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 May 2026
Verb
The latter, in particular, braids the bittersweet melodies of anorak-sporting vintage twee with ear-bleeding country-grunge that evokes Meat Puppets’ heaviest squalls.
—Colin Joyce, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026
His death gives shape to the plot, which braids together the police investigation with relevant flashbacks.
—Judy Berman, Time, 26 Feb. 2026
Fischer skillfully braids the three stories together, situating them in an atmosphere of creative ferment and reckless churn.
—Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
Her work in this comprehensive anthology braids politics, gender, history and memory into confiding and powerful lyrics.
—Literary Hub, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for braids
Noun
-
For this super laidback, windchill-ready look, Hadid wore a beanie hat over her plaits, ski goggle-like black sunglasses, and black leather gloves.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
3 Jan. 2026
-
Low-tension styles are no longer just a few neat plaits.—
Donnetta Monk,
Essence,
21 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
This new vision of luxury remains firmly rooted in faultless service and astounding architectural design, but also weaves in a profound connection to place and the thrill of experiencing it just as the world is starting to sit up and take notice.—
Lauren Keith,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
-
This narrative weaves hijras into the sacred narrative of Rama and gives them pride of place that is yet out of place.—
Charles Preston,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
28 May 2026
Noun
-
With its puffy tongue and fat laces, the Lynzie is a relic of 2000s skate shoes and came before Vans streamlined its lineup to focus on a slate of classic models.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
-
Flat laces in a horizontal bar further tailor the look—the opposite of the crisscross patterns or fastenings of more casual sneakers.—
Michael Stefanov,
Robb Report,
18 May 2026
Noun
-
The flag itself was purple and resembled the flag of Israel, with stripes above and below a Star of David in the center.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
-
More generally, cottonmouths have broad heads and dark stripes that run through their eyes, as well as deep facial pits between their eyes and nostrils.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Braids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/braids. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
