as in braided
to form into a braid
plaited the doll's hair so it wouldn't tangle
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Statement jewelry, vibrant colors, and braided hairstyles offered a striking contrast to the ornate 18th-century architecture — a vivid reflection of Black excellence redefining tradition.—
Essence,
Essence,
20 Oct. 2025 -
Nurses braided Katy’s hair every day, bathing and feeding her.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Plaited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plaited. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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