plaited

Definition of plaitednext
past tense of plait
as in braided
to form into a braid plaited the doll's hair so it wouldn't tangle

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braided
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  • Her choice of accessories included a gold choker braided with pink gemstones, which further added a touch of gothic romanticism to her look.
    Pamela Vázquez, Glamour, 2 Feb. 2026
  • Native to Central and South America, money trees are popular houseplants with glossy green leaves and slender trunks, which are often braided for aesthetics.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Jan. 2026
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“Plaited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plaited. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.

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