as in braiding
to form into a braid
plaited the doll's hair so it wouldn't tangle
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Bowman is working to create a stable home environment with freedom of expression for her 8-year-old daughter, Alex, and has already introduced the foundations of braiding.—
Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez,
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Even with the addition of other richly nourishing oils, this firm-hold finishing tool is ideal for creating updo styles and can also serve as a foundation before braiding.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Plaiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plaiting. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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