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plait

noun verb

any of various types of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and then pressing or stitching into shape

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Word length
5
Starts with
P
Ends with
T
Contains
LA
Scrabble score
7

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Pronunciation

pleɪt

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Definitions

noun

  1. any of various types of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and then pressing or stitching into shape

noun

  1. a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair

verb

  1. weave into plaits

    “plait hair”

verb

  1. make by braiding or interlacing

    “lace a tablecloth”

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Example Sentences

plait hair
lace a tablecloth

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