braids
word · lemma: braid
Definition
Braids are a hairstyle made by weaving three or more strands of hair together. People can wear one or several braids at the same time.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to hair, but can refer to braids made from other materials (like rope). 'Braids' is the plural; 'a braid' means one. Common collocations: 'wear braids', 'make braids', 'French braids'. In the U.S., 'braids' often refers to two or more.
Spanish: trenzasPortuguese (BR): trançasPortuguese (PT): trançasChinese (Simplified): 辫子Chinese (Traditional): 辮子Hindi: चोटीArabic: ضفائر
Example Sentences
Her hair is in two braids today.
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Can you make braids for me?
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Little girls often wear braids to school.
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She spent an hour making neat braids for the party.
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His sister always styles his hair in cool braids before school.
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I love how braids keep my hair out of my face on windy days.
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