plaiting

noun

plait·​ing ˈplā-tiŋ How to pronounce plaiting (audio)
Synonyms of plaitingnext
: the interlacing of strands : braiding

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The student, who studies milliner and enjoys a technique called straw plaiting when crafting hats, thanked His Majesty and Chanel for their contributions. — Angel Saunders, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024 Bahamas-born, U.S.-based visual artist Anina Major learned the plaiting technique from her grandmother, Saphora Alvina Timothy Newbold (A.K.A. Mar), who was a straw-market vendor. — Natasha Gural, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English plityng, pleityng, playtynge, from pleiten "to pleat entry 1" + -yng -ing entry 1

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of plaiting was in the 15th century

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“Plaiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plaiting. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.

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