braid
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/breɪd/
interlacing strands
Etymology
Etymology Information
'braid' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'bregdan,' where 'bregdan' meant 'to move quickly or to weave.'
Historical Evolution
'bregdan' transformed into the Middle English word 'breiden,' and eventually became the modern English word 'braid.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move quickly or to weave,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to interlace strands.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a complex structure or pattern formed by interlacing three or more strands of flexible material such as textile fibers, wire, or hair.
She wore her hair in a long braid down her back.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41