Meaning of the word laces in English

What does laces mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

laces

US /leɪsɪz/
UK /leɪsɪz/

Plural Noun

1.

cords or strings used to fasten shoes or clothing

Example:
My shoe laces came undone while I was running.
He tied his boot laces tightly before hiking.
2.

a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern

Example:
The wedding dress was adorned with intricate laces.
She bought a tablecloth with delicate floral laces.

Verb

1.

to fasten or tighten with laces

Example:
He carefully laced up his boxing gloves.
She laced her fingers together in thought.
2.

to add a small amount of alcohol or a drug to a drink or food

Example:
Someone had laced his drink with a sedative.
The brownies were secretly laced with cannabis.
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