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plaited


Meanings
  • Verb

    The act of weaving or braiding strands of hair, rope, or other materials together.

    - "She plaited her long hair into a beautiful braid."
    - "The fishermen plaited ropes to secure their nets."
  • Noun

    A braid or plait, especially a complex one.

    - "He wore a plaited crown made of gold and precious stones."
    - "The intricate plaits of her hair reached her waist."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with plaited
mated , fated , gated , stated
Variants
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plait , plaited , plaiter , plaiters , plaiting , plaits
Etymology
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From Old French 'pleter' meaning 'to twist, turn', or from Middle English 'pleten' meaning 'to weave, plait'.


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  1. The Guinness World Record for the longest human hair plait is held by Xie Qingxia, who measured 5.6 meters (18 feet 4.5 inches) long.

  2. The term 'plaited' comes from the Old French word 'pleter', which means 'to twist, turn'.

  3. Plaiting has been used as a form of protection for hair since ancient times, as it helps to keep the hair strong and prevent damage.


Related Concepts
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  1. Braiding: The process of weaving together three or more strands to create a plait.

  2. Plaited fabric: A fabric made by plaiting threads or fibers together.


Culture
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Plaited has been used extensively in various cultures throughout history. In many African cultures, plaiting hair is a significant aspect of personal identity and expression. In literature, plaited has been used metaphorically to describe complex situations or relationships. In art, plaited patterns can be found in textiles, pottery, and other forms of visual art.

How to Memorize "plaited"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the process of weaving three strands of hair or rope together to create a plait.
    - Imagine a complex braid or plait reaching down to someone's waist.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'plaited' with the image of a braid or plait.
    - Think of the intricate patterns created when weaving together multiple strands.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the word 'plaited' and the phrase 'People Love Intricately Twisted Hair' to remember the definition.


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