plaited

Definition of plaitednext
past tense of plait
as in braided
to form into a braid plaited the doll's hair so it wouldn't tangle

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braided
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  • Her hair was braided and a short veil could be seen flowing from it in a few photos.
    Staff Author, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Often composed of three to five plants braided together to form one trunk, the money tree can grow up to 2 feet per year!
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026
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“Plaited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plaited. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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