Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
plait
noun/verb
/pleɪt/
Definition
A plait is a type of braid made by interlacing strands of hair, fabric, or other flexible material.
Examples
- She decided to wear her hair in a long plait for the dance.
- The child loves to plait her doll’s hair with colorful ribbons.
- The artisan demonstrated how to plait a basket from grass strands.
Meaning
The act of braiding or the braided result itself, often associated with hair-styling or decorative crafts.
Synonyms
- braid
- interweave
- twist
