Definitions

1. noun

a braid of hair or a braid of material, typically woven from several strands.

“She took the time to style her hair into a beautiful plait for the wedding.”

2. verb

to braid or weave something, especially hair, into a plait.

“She plaited her daughter’s hair before the parade.”

3. verb

to join or fasten something, especially a rope or a piece of fabric, by making a braid or a twist.

“The sailor plaited the rope to secure the anchor.”