A complex structure or pattern formed by interlacing three or more strands of flexible material such as textile fibers, wire, or hair. noun
She wore her hair in a long braid down her back.
The intricate braid on the rug added a touch of elegance to the room.
A length of hair, ribbon, or other material that has been braided. noun
The girl had a colorful braid made of ribbons in her hair.
He admired the decorative braid that bordered the edges of the uniform.
To interlace three or more strands of hair, ribbon, or other flexible material to form a braid. verb
She braided her daughter's hair before school every morning.
He learned how to braid ropes during his time in the scouts.