lacings

Definition of lacingsnext
plural of lacing
1
as in cables
a length of braided, flexible material that is used for tying or connecting things stopped briefly to tighten the lacing on his shoe

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as in braids
a length of something formed of three or more strands woven together the lacing on the uniform gives it a smart look

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Noun
  • Most of these require local area network (LAN) cables that can get tangled, says Narukiyo.
    Katherine Bourzac, IEEE Spectrum, 2 Apr. 2026
  • At the moment, the Iran war doesn't seem likely to derail the multiyear AI data center buildout, meaning the demand for Corning's fiber optic cables should remain robust.
    Zev Fima, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Protective styles like low buns or braids can also reduce frizz throughout the day.
    Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Ortiz appeared at the hearing behind glass in a custody area, wearing yellow jail clothes with her blond hair in braids, according to AP News.
    Edward Segarra, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Without needing batteries or wires, the Moso Natural air-purifying bag attracts particles out of the air like a magnet, and continuously works to remove odors and harmful pollutants from your home, filled with just one powerful ingredient -- moso bamboo charcoal.
    Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
  • My pop would solder wires to two foot-long metal rods, and then solder battery clips to the other ends.
    Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Other details include organic cotton laces and a 100 percent cork insole.
    Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
  • With their dainty low-profile and ballerina-style laces, sneakerinas offer endless playful styling possibilities.
    Amanda Le, InStyle, 14 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Equally challenging is the five-hour nature trail at Masungi Georeserve in Rizal, which combines uphill climbing, a high-flying ropes course, and a series of hanging bridges in the jungle.
    Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
  • Many trends are broken with several others on the ropes.
    Jay Woods, CNBC, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Lacings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lacings. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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