braid (Meaning)
braid (n)
a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair
trimming used to decorate clothes or curtains
braid (v)
make by braiding or interlacing
decorate with braids or ribbons
form or weave into a braid or braids
braid (v. t.)
To weave, interlace, or entwine together, as three or more strands or threads; to form into a braid; to plait.
To mingle, or to bring to a uniformly soft consistence, by beating, rubbing, or straining, as in some culinary operations.
To reproach. [Obs.] See Upbraid.
Deceitful.
braid (n.)
A plait, band, or narrow fabric formed by intertwining or weaving together different strands.
A narrow fabric, as of wool, silk, or linen, used for binding, trimming, or ornamenting dresses, etc.
A quick motion; a start.
A fancy; freak; caprice.
braid (v. i.)
To start; to awake.
Synonyms & Antonyms of braid
braid Sentence Examples
- She decided to braid her hair into a fishtail for a casual yet stylish look.
- As a child, she loved watching her grandmother skillfully braid strands of yarn into intricate patterns.
- The hairdresser deftly braided the bride's hair into an elegant updo for her wedding day.
- He admired the intricate braid woven into the fabric of the traditional rug.
- The sailor carefully braided the ropes to ensure they were strong enough to withstand the storm.
- She learned how to braid palm leaves to create beautiful decorative items during her vacation in the Caribbean.
- The pastry chef skillfully braided strands of dough to create a delicious, golden-brown loaf of bread.
- With a few simple movements, she was able to braid together the strands of leather to create a sturdy leash for her dog.
- The river flowed like a long braid through the valley, winding its way between the mountains.
- As the evening breeze picked up, she braided her scarf around her neck to keep warm.
FAQs About the word braid
a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair, trimming used to decorate clothes or curtains, make by braiding or interlacing, decorate with braids or ribbon
stripe, plait, lacing, braiding,lace,plat, cornrow, ricrac,pigtail, queue
No antonyms found.
She decided to braid her hair into a fishtail for a casual yet stylish look.
As a child, she loved watching her grandmother skillfully braid strands of yarn into intricate patterns.
The hairdresser deftly braided the bride's hair into an elegant updo for her wedding day.
He admired the intricate braid woven into the fabric of the traditional rug.
