Lace: meaning, definitions and examples

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lace

[ leɪs ]

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shoe

A cord or leather strip used for tying or fastening shoes.

Synonyms

fastener, shoelace, tie

Examples of usage

She tied the laces of her sneakers before going for a run.
The new boots came with colorful laces.

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clothing

A delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern.

Synonyms

cloth, fabric, material

Examples of usage

Her wedding dress was made of intricate lace.
The tablecloth had a beautiful lace trim.

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fasten

To fasten or secure with a lace.

Synonyms

fasten, secure, tie up

Examples of usage

She laced up her boots tightly.
He laced his fingers together in a gesture of frustration.

Translations

Translations of the word "lace" in other languages:

🇵🇹 renda

🇮🇳 फीता

🇩🇪 Spitze

🇮🇩 renda

🇺🇦 мереживо

🇵🇱 koronka

🇯🇵 レース

🇫🇷 dentelle

🇪🇸 encaje

🇹🇷 dantel

🇰🇷 레이스

🇸🇦 دانتيل

🇨🇿 krajka

🇸🇰 čipka

🇨🇳 花边

🇸🇮 čipka

🇮🇸 blúnda

🇰🇿 мата

🇬🇪 კაპიტონი

🇦🇿 dantel

🇲🇽 encaje

Word origin

The word 'lace' has a long history, dating back to the 13th century. It originally came from Old French 'las', which meant a noose or snare. Over time, the meaning evolved to include the cord used for tying or fastening shoes, as well as the delicate fabric made of yarn or thread. Lace has been used in fashion and clothing for centuries, adding a touch of elegance and beauty to garments. Today, lace continues to be a popular choice for bridal wear and decorative accents.

See also: interlace, interlaced, interlacing.