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Definition of Braid

Parts of Speech: verb, noun

Definition: To interweave three or more strands of hair, fabric, or other material to create a rope-like structure, or a rope-like structure created by interweaving three or more strands of hair, fabric, or other material.

Pronunciations: US: /breɪd/, UK: /breɪd/

Origin and Usage: The word "braid" comes from the Old English word "bregdan," meaning "to weave" or "to braid." Braiding has been used for centuries to create decorative and functional items such as baskets, rugs, and clothing. It is also a popular hairstyle for women and girls.

Synonyms: plait, weave, twist, intertwine

Related Words: plait, twine, weave, twist, knot

Example Sentences:

1. She braided her hair into a neat French braid.
2. The basket was made from braided straw.
3. He braided the ropes together to create a stronger cord.

Snail

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A slow-moving mollusk with a spiral shell.

Pronunciation: US: /sneɪl/; UK: /sneɪl/

Origin and Usage: The word "snail" originated from the Old English word "snægl." Snails are often associated with slowness due to their slow movement. They are commonly found in gardens and are often considered pests. They are also used as a food source in some cultures.

Synonyms: Slug, mollusk, escargot

Related Words: Shell, slime, trail, crawl, glide

Example Sentences:

1. She found a snail in her garden.
2. The snail left a trail of slime behind it as it moved.
3. He tried escargot for the first time and found it surprisingly delicious.

Plaid 1. Parts of Speech: Noun, adjective 2. Definitions: - (Noun) A pattern consisting of crossed horizontal and vertical stripes of different colors. - (Adjective) Decorated with a plaid pattern. 3. Pronunciations: - US: /plæd/ - UK: /plad/ 4. Origin and Usage: The word "plaid" originated from the Scottish Gaelic word "plaide" which means blanket. It was originally used to refer to a type of woolen cloth worn as a garment, particularly in Scotland. Today, plaid is a popular pattern used in clothing, accessories, and home decor. 5. Synonyms: - Tartan - Checkered 6. Related Words: - Check - Stripe - Flannel 7. Example Sentences: - She wore a plaid scarf with her winter coat. - The living room was decorated with plaid curtains and a plaid couch. - He bought a plaid shirt for the picnic.

Sure, here is the information you requested: Glair

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A sticky substance, resembling egg white, used as a binder or coating in painting, ceramics, and papermaking.

Pronunciations: (US: /ɡleər/, UK: /ɡleː/)

Origin and Usage: The word "glair" comes from the Old French word "glaire," which means "egg white." It was first used in English in the 15th century. Glair is commonly used in painting, ceramics, and papermaking as a binder or coating.

Synonyms: Egg white, albumen, binder, coating.

Related Words: Glace, glare, gable, gales, gaily.

Example Sentences:

• He mixed the pigment with glair to make a paint that would adhere to the canvas.
• The potter used glair to attach the handle to the mug.
• The papermaker applied a layer of glair to the paper to make it more durable.

Drain

Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Definition:

• As a verb, to remove liquid from a place or container, or to become empty of liquid. (Example: She drained the bathtub after taking a bath.)
• As a noun, a channel or pipe that carries away liquid waste or excess water. (Example: The sink drain was clogged.)

Pronunciations:

• US: /dreɪn/
• UK: /dreɪn/

Origin and Usage:

The word "drain" originated from the Old English word "drēahnian," which means "to strain off liquid." It has been used in English since the 14th century. The verb form of "drain" is commonly used in everyday conversations, especially in relation to removing liquid from a place or container. The noun form of "drain" is commonly used in plumbing and construction contexts.

Synonyms:

• As a verb: empty, remove, deplete, exhaust, siphon, withdraw.
• As a noun: gutter, sewer, channel, conduit, pipe.

Related Words:

• Brain
• Crain
• Drake
• Train
• Grain

Example Sentences:

• She drained the pasta and added the sauce.
• The battery is drained and needs to be recharged.
• The sink drain is clogged with hair.
• The construction workers are installing a new drainage system.