braided

adjective

braid·​ed ˈbrā-dəd How to pronounce braided (audio)
1
a
: made by intertwining three or more strands
b
: ornamented with braid
2
: forming an interlacing network of channels
a braided river

Examples of braided in a Sentence

a hat with braided trim
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Trademarks like gilt buttons and braided trim were also added to the design, which originated with the introduction of the tweed skirt suit in the 1920s. Hannah Malach, WWD, 16 Feb. 2025 Before a recent game, Harden sat at his locker and looked over at Hyland who had his braided hair in a ponytail on top of his head, spraying out like a fountain. Janis Carr, Orange County Register, 15 Feb. 2025 Her signature scarlet lip and a braided ponytail finished her casual-cute look. Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024 Handwoven leather market and bucket bags, artisanal tassels, and braided handles on satchels also speak to the workmanship within the collection. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 31 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for braided

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of braided was in the 15th century

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“Braided.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/braided. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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