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Meaning of the word lace in English

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lace

US /leɪs/
UK /leɪs/
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Noun

1.

a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern, made by machine or by hand

Example:
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The wedding dress was adorned with intricate lace.
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She wore a blouse with a delicate lace collar.
Synonym:
nettingmeshfiligree
2.

a cord or string, especially one used to draw together two edges

Example:
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He tied his shoelaces tightly.
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The corset had a decorative lace running through its eyelets.
Synonym:
cordstringtiestrap

Verb

1.

fasten or tighten (a shoe or garment) with laces

Example:
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Please lace up your boots before we go hiking.
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She carefully laced the ribbon through the holes of the garment.
Synonym:
tiefastenbindsecure
2.

add a small amount of a strong alcoholic drink or drug to (a drink or food)

Example:
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He secretly laced her drink with a sedative.
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The coffee was laced with a hint of vanilla.
Synonym:
adulteratespikefortifymix
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