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plait Synonyms
Another word for plait
Choosing another word for plait depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A single length of hair or other flexible material made up of three or more interlaced strands; a braid.
Usage Example
"She wore her long dark hair in a neat braid down her back."
Strongest
braid
Strong
pigtail
Weak
tress
twist
• verb (Context 2)
To form hair, straw, rope, or other flexible material into a braid by interlacing three or more strands.
Usage Example
"The artisan skillfully plaited the dried reeds into a sturdy market basket."
Strongest
braid
Strong
interlace
interweave
weave
entwine
twine
• noun (Context 3)
A flattened fold in cloth doubled back upon itself and secured in place; a pleat.
Usage Example
"The antique wool skirt featured deep plaits stitched smoothly around the waistband."
Strongest
pleat
Strong
fold
tuck
crease
• verb (Context 4)
To fold fabric into neat, regular pleats.
Usage Example
"The dressmaker carefully plaited the silk bodice before sewing the seams."
Strongest
pleat
Strong
fold
tuck
crease
Opposites of plait
The opposite of plait shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
unplait
unbraid
unfold
unravel
untwist
smooth
flatten
untangle
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Plait. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/plait