nounπShareA sudden movement; a jerk, a wrench."The car stopped so suddenly that I felt a sharp braids in my neck. "actionbodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA weave of three or more strands of fibers, ribbons, cords or hair often for decoration."My daughter wears her hair in two long braids for school each day. "appearancestylecultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA stranded wire composed of a number of smaller wires twisted together"The electrician carefully inspected the electrical cable, noting that the copper braids inside provided strength and flexibility. "technicalelectronicselectricmaterialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA tubular sheath made of braided strands of metal placed around a central cable for shielding against electromagnetic interference."The technician carefully inspected the cable's braids to ensure they were properly shielding the signal from outside interference. "technologyelectronicsmaterialmachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA fancy; freak; caprice."Sometimes, the chef's braids led him to create the strangest, most wonderful flavor combinations, completely unlike anything on the menu. "styleappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo make a sudden movement with, to jerk."The startled horse braids its head back when it hears the loud noise. "actionbodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo start into motion."The runner braids into action as the starting pistol fires. "actionstyleappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo weave together, intertwine (strands of fibers, ribbons, etc.); to arrange (hair) in braids."Every morning, Maria braids her daughter's hair before school. "appearancestylebodycultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo mix, or make uniformly soft, by beating, rubbing, or straining, as in preparing food."The recipe said to braids the cream cheese with the mashed avocado until it was smooth and green. "foodutensilprocessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo reproach; to upbraid."Knowing he was late again, Maria braids her son about missing the school bus. "attitudeemotionlanguagewordChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
