braid
Plural
braids
1
a hairstyle created by interweaving three or more strands of hair into a patterned structure
- She wore her long hair in a single braid down her back.
- The girl's braid came loose after a long day at school.
- He admired the intricate braid woven with colorful ribbons.
- Soldiers often keep their hair in a tight braid for convenience.
- The stylist added small beads to the ends of each braid.
2
a decorative trim made from interwoven strands of thread or yarn, often used to embellish garments, cushions, or window treatments
- The velvet jacket featured gold braid along the cuffs and collar.
- She sewed a narrow braid around the edges of the silk pillowcases.
- The theater curtains were lined with a thick red braid for extra elegance.
- His uniform hat had a silver braid circling the brim.
- The costume designer chose an antique braid to give the gown a vintage look.
Synonyms: