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    plait

    plait - Dictionary definition and meaning for word plait

    Definition
    (noun) a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair
    Synonyms : braid , tress , twist
    Definition
    (noun) any of various types of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and then pressing or stitching into shape
    Synonyms : pleat
    Definition
    (verb) make by braiding or interlacing
    Synonyms : braid , lace
    Example Sentence
    • lace a tablecloth
    Definition
    (verb) weave into plaits
    Example Sentence
    • plait hair
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for plait

p+LAI(lie)+t...when you lie you intertwine many things in order to hide them

Plait = play + lat(hindi word). So when you play with lat you plait/intertwine/chotti banate ho. e.g. teri lato se khelunga mai...

p + lait = jab hum lait-tey hain(lie down) we wrinkle and interwine the chaddar. :)

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Your formal pants are with plaits..!

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