lacing

noun

lac·​ing ˈlā-siŋ How to pronounce lacing (audio)
Synonyms of lacingnext
1
: the action of one that laces
2
: something that laces : lace
3
: a contrasting marginal band of color (as on a feather)
4
a
: a dash of liquor in a food or beverage
b
: a trace or sprinkling that adds spice or flavor
5
: a decisive defeat

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stopped briefly to tighten the lacing on his shoe the lacing on the uniform gives it a smart look
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These ivory leather chairs get their name from the delicate corset lacing that runs up the back—a subtle touch of coquette style. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2026 The silhouette featured an almond toe, moderate block heel and leg-hugged shaft with corset-set like lacing along it. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 25 June 2026 The new lacing system features a webbing design through the midfoot that allows the toes to freely splay and the foot to swell as needed. — Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 23 Feb. 2026 The back of the gown was very much Roseberry’s own, with an outsize black bow resting gently above a spine of corset-style lacing. — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for lacing

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of lacing was in the 15th century

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lacing

noun
lac·​ing
ˈlā-siŋ
1
: the action of one that laces
2
: lace entry 2

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