braid; plait; something shaped like a braid; handle for criticism
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesnoun
braid; plait
Refers specifically to a hairstyle where hair is interwoven.
She wears two long braids.
When I was little, my mother would braid my hair every morning.
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The traditional hairstyles of many ethnic groups include braids.
noun
something shaped like a braid or plait
Describes objects that are twisted or woven into a long, thin shape.
Buy a braid of garlic to hang in the kitchen for convenient use.
This straw rope is braided just like a big plait.
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She braided the ribbons into a plait to decorate the gift.
noun
handle for criticism; something that can be used against someone
informalA metaphorical usage implying a mistake or weakness that others can exploit.
He spoke carelessly and gave others a handle to use against him.
Don't keep holding my past mistakes over me.
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This mistake has become a handle for our opponents to attack us.