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Definition of lacing - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
clothingcord used to fasten shoes or garments
- The lacing on his boots came undone.
2.
fasteningact of tying or threading laces
- The lacing of the corset took several minutes.
3.
textilesmaterial used for tying or threading
- The lacing on the shoe was frayed.
4.
beveragesRare US small amount of liquor added to a drinkRare US
- She added a lacing of rum to the coffee.
5.
constructionTECH. UK course of bricks for wall strengtheningTECH. UK
- The wall's stability was ensured by a lacing of bricks.
6.
- He received a lacing for his misbehavior.
Adjective
1.
patternedhaving a pattern of laces or lace-like design
- The dress had lacing detail around the neckline.
2.
chemistryRare infused with a small amount of another substanceRare
- The drink had a lacing of lemon.
Images of lacing

cord used to fasten shoes or garments 
material used for tying or threading 
course of bricks for wall strengthening
Origin of lacing
Middle English, lacen (to fasten)
Terms with lacing included in their meaning
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fashion
formal leather shoe with closed lacing
clothing
tighten the waist by lacing a fitted undergarment
garment lacing
metal tip on a ribbon or cord for lacing garments
footwear design
leather boot or shoe style with open lacing, often sturdy
ankle boot
ankle-high boot with open lacing, often leather or suede
clothing
ankle-high boot with two or three eyelets for lacing
drug lacing
add cocaine to a substance
clothing
shoe with decorative lacing on the instep
bookbinding
person lacing books during binding
Examples of lacing in a sentence
The intricate lacing added elegance to the dress. The lacing on his shoes came undone. She admired the intricate lacing of the dress. The corset's lacing was intricate and beautiful. She replaced the lacing on her boots with a colorful ribbon. He enjoyed a lacing of whiskey in his tea.
The cocktail had a lacing of brandy for extra warmth. The architect recommended adding lacing for extra support. Lacing was visible in the old building's structure. The lacing he got was a lesson he wouldn't forget. After the match, the coach gave the team a lacing. The curtains had a lacing pattern that added elegance. Her gloves featured a delicate lacing design. The sauce had a lacing of garlic. The air was filled with a lacing of smoke.
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- French:lacet, lacé, ...
- German:Schnürsenkel, geschnürt, ...
- Italian:laccio, allacciato, ...
- Spanish:cordón, con cordones, ...
- Portuguese:atacador, atacado, ...
- Chinese:鞋带, 系带式的, ...
- Japanese:靴ひも, レース編みの, ...
- Arabic:رِباط, مُزَيَّن بِالأَرْبِطَة, ...
- Hebrew:שְׁרוֹךְ, מְשׁוֹרֶכֶת, ...
- Russian:шнурок, шнурованный, ...
- Ukrainian:шнурівка, шнурований, ...
- Hindi:फीता, फीतेदार, ...
Definition of lace - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
clothingcord for fastening shoes or garments
- He tied his shoe lace tightly.
2.
textilesdelicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern
- Her wedding dress was adorned with fine lace.
3.
decorationornamental braid used on uniforms
- The officer's uniform had gold lace.
Verb
1.
clothingfasten shoes or garments with laces
- She laced her shoes tightly before running.
2.
craftinterweave items like threads or spokes
- He laced the bicycle wheel with new spokes.
3.
writinginclude elements in speech or writing
- She laced her speech with humor.
4.
spike drinkUS add a small amount of alcohol or drugs toUS
- They laced the punch with rum at the party.
5.
fashionadorn with decorative strips or braids
- The dress was laced with golden threads.
Images of lace

cord for fastening shoes or garments 
delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern 
ornamental braid used on uniforms
Expressions with lace
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thin, decorative curtain made of lace fabric
She hung a lace curtain in the window to add a touch of elegance.
fasten shoes or clothing with laces
She laced up her sneakers before the run.
start eating eagerly
He laced into the steak as if he hadn't eaten for days.
add a small amount of something to a substance
She likes to lace her coffee with a hint of vanilla.
add a small amount of something to another thing
She laced the cake with rum.
secretly add something harmful to a drink
She was accused of trying to lace a drink.
intertwine the fingers of both hands with each other
She laced her fingers together and waited quietly.
clothing item fastened with laces
She bought a stylish lace-up for the event.
fine point lace made in Alençon, France
The wedding dress featured Alençon lace on the sleeves.
pillow lace from Brussels with sprigs on a net ground
She inherited a Brussels lace tablecloth.
shoes fastened with laces
He wore black lace-ups to the meeting.
off-white color resembling aged lace
The walls were painted in a shade of old lace.
flowering plant with lace-like white flowers
Queen Anne's lace grows abundantly in the fields.
decorative lace with silver threads
The dress was adorned with intricate silver lace.
process of producing lace fabric
Lace making requires patience and precision.
lace made by winding thread on bobbins
She learned to make bobbin lace from her grandmother.
type of delicate and ornamental lace originally from Chantilly, France
The wedding dress was adorned with exquisite Chantilly lace.
type of lace with open patterns
The dress was adorned with guipure lace.
small bug with lace-like wings feeding on plant sap
The lace bug can cause significant damage to broadleaf plants.
cushion for making hand-wrought lace
She carefully arranged the threads on her lace pillow.
type of fine bobbin lace from Mechlin, Belgium
The antique gown was adorned with exquisite Mechlin lace.
lace made by winding thread on bobbins
She admired the intricate pillow lace on the dress.
long, string-like seaweed found in cold seas, especially Chorda filum
Sea lace tangled around the rocks after the storm.
fine, delicate lace originally from Valenciennes, France
The wedding dress was adorned with exquisite Valenciennes lace.
Origin of lace
Latin, laqueus (noose)
Examples of lace in a sentence
The boot's lace snapped during the hike. The tablecloth was made of exquisite lace. She wore a lace shawl over her shoulders. The dress was adorned with delicate lace. The curtains were trimmed with lace. He laced his boots for the hike.
She laced the corset with care. She laced strips of leather into a sturdy basket. The artisan laced bright threads through the fabric. He laced his article with sarcasm. The novel is laced with historical references. She laced his drink with a sedative. He laced the coffee with whiskey. She laced her shoes with bright ribbons. The designer laced the jacket with silver chains.
View all translations of lace
Click below to see the appropriate translations facing each meaning.
- French:lacet, lacer, ...
- German:Schnürsenkel, schnüren, ...
- Italian:laccio, allacciare, ...
- Spanish:cordón, atar, ...
- Portuguese:atacador, atar, ...
- Chinese:鞋带, 系, ...
- Japanese:ひも, 締める, ...
- Arabic:رِبَاط, رَبَطَ الأَرْبِطَةَ, ...
- Hebrew:שְׂרוֹךְ, לִשְׂרוֹךְ, ...
- Russian:шнурок, зашнуровать, ...
- Ukrainian:шнурок, зашнуровувати, ...
- Hindi:फीता, बांधना, ...


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