plait

noun
  1. A braid, especially of hair or straw, formed by interlacing three or more strands. noun
    She wore her hair in a long plait down her back.
    The basket was woven with intricate plaits of straw.
  2. To braid or interlace strands of hair, straw, or other materials. verb
    She plaited her daughter's hair before school.
    The artisan plaited the fibers to create a strong rope.