as in weaves
to form into a braid
plaited the doll's hair so it wouldn't tangle
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Recent Examples of plaits
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
Low-tension styles are no longer just a few neat plaits.
—Donnetta Monk, Essence, 21 Nov. 2025
To complete the ensemble, braid your hair into two plaits and tie them with baby blue bows at the ends.
—Emma Kershaw, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
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
To complete the ensemble, braid your hair into two plaits and tie them with baby blue bows at the ends.
—Emma Kershaw, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plaits
braids
Noun
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The braids are rooted in Indigenous tradition, and the practice evolved over time to include the addition of ribbons during the colonial period.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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The law protects styles such as braids, locks, Afros and twists from discrimination.—
Jamal Goss,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Plaits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plaits. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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