braiding

noun
UK: /ˈbreɪdɪŋ/
US: /ˈbreɪdɪŋ/

  1. The act of weaving together strands of hair or other flexible materials.

    1. She is good at braiding hair. [ ] [ ]
    2. The art of braiding requires patience and steady hands, especially with intricate designs. [ ] [ ]

  2. A pattern or design created by intertwining strands.

    1. The rug had a beautiful braiding. [ ] [ ]
    2. This style of braiding is often seen in traditional Celtic artwork. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

twisting plaiting
braiding verb

  1. Present participle of braid: to interweave strands to form a pattern or structure.

    1. She is braiding her daughter's hair. [ ] [ ]
    2. He enjoys braiding leather cords to create durable bracelets and keychains. [ ] [ ]

  2. To make or form by weaving together.

    1. They are braiding a rope from the strands. [ ] [ ]
    2. The artisan is braiding a complex pattern using colorful silk threads imported from abroad. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "braiding" in English means: The act of weaving together strands of hair or other flexible materials., A pattern or design created by intertwining strands..

The phonetic transcription of "braiding" is /ˈbreɪdɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈbreɪdɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "braiding": twisting, plaiting.

Example usage of "braiding": "She is good at braiding hair.". More examples on the page.