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Definition of "braid" []
- To interweave three or more strands, strips, or lengths of in a diagonally overlapping pattern: braided the rags into a strong rope. (verb-transitive)
- To create (something) by such interweaving: braid a rug. (verb-transitive)
- To style (the hair) by such interweaving. (verb-transitive)
- To mingle (discrete elements, for example) as if by such interweaving: braided the ideas into a complex thesis. (verb-transitive)
- To decorate or edge (something) with a trim of interwoven strands: finished the jacket by braiding the collar and cuffs. (verb-transitive)
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Use "braid" in a sentence
- "The one baitcasting application in which I have really enjoyed using super braid is in fishing hollow rubber frogs in heavy cover such as lilly pads."
- "I love mono line, the only time I prefer braid is if I am fishing for bass in super heavy cover or stump fields, I will use a heavy braided line in the 65lb class or better to make sure I can pull the fish out of the heavy stuff."
- "The braid is a nice touch on Boba Fett. qtcat incredibly creative donivan"