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/breɪd/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A length of hair or other material made by intertwining strands.
She wore her hair in a long braid down her back.
A similar intertwining of any flexible materials.
The artist used a braid of colored threads to embellish the canvas.
verb
To interlace three or more strands of hair, fibers, or other materials.
She decided to braid her daughter's hair for the school event.
To form (something) by interweaving strands.
The craftsman will braid the ropes to make them stronger.
To create a braid pattern in fabric or other materials.
He learned how to braid leather to make beautiful belts.
Etymology
Middle English 'braiden', from Old English 'brægd', meaning 'to weave, to twist'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
braid of hair
A hairstyle where hair strands are woven together.
braid someone
To style or arrange someone's hair into braids.
Related Words
plait
A form of braid made from hair or other materials.
twist
To interleave strands, often as part of braiding.
Slang Meanings
To braid hair in a very intricate or artistic way.
She totally braided up her hair for the concert.
To style something in a creative or complicated manner.
He braided that project with so many cool ideas!