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noun

Definition of lacenext
1
as in cable
a length of braided, flexible material that is used for tying or connecting things I had to replace the lace of my shoe because it kept breaking whenever I pulled the knot too tight

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2
as in braid
a length of something formed of three or more strands woven together there will be gold lace decorating both sleeves of the new uniform

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lace

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verb

ˈlās How to pronounce lace (audio)
1
as in to weave
to cause to twine about one another the gardener laced the shoots of ivy around the trellis to direct their growth

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2
as in to salt
to scatter or set here and there among other things the decorator laced small mirrors among the knickknacks for added effect

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3
as in to lick
to strike repeatedly laced the seaman's back with the cat-o'-nine-tails

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4
as in to flavor
to make more pleasant to the taste by adding something intensely flavored a savory dish laced with saffron and ginger

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5
as in to cut
to alter (something) for the worse with the addition of foreign or lower-grade substances animal control fed the bear food laced with a sedative

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Recent Examples of lace
Noun
Like Queen Anne’s lace, poison hemlock is a member of the carrot family and has a deep taproot somewhat similar to a carrot. — Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026 The day after the ceremony, photos circulated online of an ivory handkerchief embroidered with lace that was handed out to the wedding guests. — Jack Dunn, Variety, 4 July 2026
Verb
Earlier this year, Chanel creative director Matthieu Blazy inspired days of debate when his very whimsical, very extravagant resort show, held in Biarritz, featured a number of sandals that laced around the heel and left the toes exposed. — Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 26 June 2026 That case started last April, when girl who attends Los Lomas High School accidentally ingested a significant cannabis dose when another student gave her a sandwich but failed to inform her it was laced with the drug, authorities said. — Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for lace
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lace
  1. cable
  2. braid
  3. weave
  4. salt
  5. lick
  6. flavor
  7. cut
  8. wire
Noun
  • The mid-size frame and 'fuel' tank are newly designed for this model; the latter is actually a two-liter lockable storage box that can hold your gloves and charging cable.
    — Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 5 July 2026
  • The kit also comes with thoughtful extras, including a spare bulb, cable ties, a spring clip, and a solar panel for breezy installation.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2026
Definition of cable
Noun
  • Those with straight manes would do well to sleep in a bun or braids for a little extra oomph—the organic texture is the whole point.
    — Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 4 July 2026
  • From that glossy start emerges an elaborate, colossal bun composed of braids in varying widths—from pencil-thin plaits woven around the base to chunkier folds making up the lion’s share of the height-enhancing sculpture.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 29 June 2026
Definition of braid
Verb
  • Experienced vine dressers weave the canes into basket-like forms that rest close to the island’s volcanic soil, protecting grapes from wind and harsh conditions.
    — Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Wingate weaves this historical horror with a modern-day mystery, illustrating the lasting trauma of children stolen for profit and the unbreakable bond of blood.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 July 2026
Definition of weave
Verb
  • Kimchi Kimchi is a traditional Korean food made from salted, seasoned, and fermented vegetables, most often cabbage.
    — Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 26 June 2026
  • Make ahead by salting and drying the tomatoes a few hours in advance, baking the crust earlier the same day, and assembling just before the final bake.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 26 June 2026
Definition of salt
Verb
  • In the end, none of them were fit to lick the boots of Arnold Schwarzenegger's T-800.
    — Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 3 July 2026
  • But the Carolinas have their own ways of making barbecue finger-licking.
    — Amethyst Ganaway, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026
Definition of lick
Verb
  • This refreshing recipe is spiked with bourbon (or lemon flavored-vodka, if that's your preference) to beat the Southern heat.
    — Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
  • Rich with mayonnaise and cheddar cheese and flavored with bacon, the nostalgic broccoli and cauliflower salad will convert even those with a strong dislike for veggies.
    — Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 3 July 2026
Definition of flavor
Verb
  • The lineup already was revving, as Rushing homered in the second inning while Sasaki was still in the game, and both Kyle Tucker and Muncy drove in runs off starter Randy Vasquez in the third, cutting the deficit to two.
    — Liana Handler Follow, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Potential applications beyond wind energy The researchers believe the manufacturing approach could cut production costs for small wind turbines and help more people use lightweight renewable energy technology.
    — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026
Definition of cut
Noun
  • That includes arranging seat belts into place and manipulating small fastenings; working with delicate parts like hoses, wires, carpets and trim panels and supervising technology on the floor.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • There were four vehicles involved in the crash, and a utility pole with communication wires was down, said Jennifer Middleton, a Los Angeles Fire Department spokeswoman.
    — City News Service, Daily News, 6 July 2026
Definition of wire

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