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A length of material, typically used for tying things
“Then, he whipstitched the center front seam of the booties closed, leaving enough room to open the shoe's lacing and tongue.”
A length of something made of strands woven together
“The gold-lace chevrons will be of the same dimensions as the cloth chevrons, stitched upon cloth of the same color as the lacing of the uniform dress coat.”
The state of being vanquished
A length of strands woven together, usually decorative
Present participle for to interweave or cross one with another
“Sarah uses her right hand and a loom held in place by a blue ribbon to lace the threads.”
Present participle for to tie or fasten into a knot
“Without waiting to lace up his boots, he snatched his hat and strode off.”
Present participle for to scatter or intersperse among other things
“A virtuoso in his craft, Verrett has managed to lace bits of science into the soundboard.”
Present participle for to give or add flavor to by seasoning
“Lace it with spices, and maybe even a splash of cream.”
Present participle for to weaken or contaminate through the addition of impurities or substances
“If she thought him more than usually tired, she would furtively lace the concoction with brandy.”
Present participle for to adorn or mark with lines or stripes
“I lace the surface with fine white veins and give the gooseberry a matte finish.”
Present participle for to strike or hit repeatedly
“The mayordomo caught him, threw him back on the shore, and started to lace into him with a whip.”
Present participle for to form into a knot or bow
Present participle for to thread (a series of small objects) on a string
Present participle for to pass (something) round a thing or person so as to encircle or enfold
Present participle for to apply perfume or a fragrant smell to
Present participle for to cut or divide into parts
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