Braid: meaning, definitions and examples

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braid

[ breɪd ]

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hairstyle

A braid is a complex structure or pattern formed by intertwining three or more strands of hair.

Synonyms

plait, tress, twist

Examples of usage

She wore her hair in a long braid down her back.
The little girl had beautiful braids adorned with colorful ribbons.

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hairstyling

To braid means to weave together strands of hair to create a pattern or structure.

Synonyms

interlace, plait, twist

Examples of usage

She braided her hair before going to the party.
Can you braid my hair into a fishtail design?

Translations

Translations of the word "braid" in other languages:

🇵🇹 trança

🇮🇳 चोटी

🇩🇪 Zopf

🇮🇩 kepang

🇺🇦 коса

🇵🇱 warkocz

🇯🇵 編み込み (amikomi)

🇫🇷 tresse

🇪🇸 trenza

🇹🇷 örgü

🇰🇷 땋은 머리 (tta-eun meori)

🇸🇦 جديلة (jadīla)

🇨🇿 cop

🇸🇰 vrkoč

🇨🇳 辫子 (biànzi)

🇸🇮 pletenica

🇮🇸 flétta

🇰🇿 өрім

🇬🇪 ლენტი (lenti)

🇦🇿 toxunma

🇲🇽 trenza

Word origin

The word 'braid' originated from the Old English word 'bregdan' which meant 'to move quickly'. Over time, it evolved to refer to the intertwining of strands, such as hair. Braids have been a traditional hairstyle in many cultures around the world, often symbolizing beauty, creativity, or cultural identity.