Braided

/ˈbreɪdɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb
Past tense of braid; to have interlaced strands.
She braided the ropes together to create a stronger line.
To form into a braid; to plait.
He braided the leather strips to make a bracelet.
adjective
Made by intertwining strands or fibers in a pattern.
She wore her hair in a braided style for the wedding.
Relating to a structure or design that has interwoven elements.
The braided rug added a warm touch to the living room.

Etymology

From the past participle of braid.

Common Phrases and Expressions

braided hair
Hair styled in interwoven strands.
braided bread
A type of bread that is twisted into a braid shape.
braided cord
A cord made by twisting several strands together.

Related Words

braid
A strand of hair or other material woven together.
plait
Another term for a braid, especially in hair.

Slang Meanings

To style hair in a complex or decorative way.
She's got her hair all braided up for the party.
Describes something complicated that has many components twisted together.
This situation is so braided, I can’t keep track of everything.