Word Finder - braid

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A sudden movement; a jerk, a wrench.

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A weave of three or more strands of fibers, ribbons, cords or hair often for decoration.

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A stranded wire composed of a number of smaller wires twisted together

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A tubular sheath made of braided strands of metal placed around a central cable for shielding against electromagnetic interference.

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A fancy; freak; caprice.

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To make a sudden movement with, to jerk.

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To start into motion.

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To weave together, intertwine (strands of fibers, ribbons, etc.); to arrange (hair) in braids.

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To mix, or make uniformly soft, by beating, rubbing, or straining, as in preparing food.

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To reproach; to upbraid.

He straightened and gave her braid a flip.

The municipal golf links are on the Braid Hills.

As you braid the wire, secure it with stitches to the leather strap.

The weft is attached to your head by sewing them into a tiny braid, track, or cornrow of your own hair.

She then braided her hair into the customary braid that she usually had.

Braid hair styles are fun, manageable, and easier than many people think.

Tie back your hair in windy conditions and braid it at night to avoid tangles.

There are several benefits to wearing braid hair styles.

Do I want to put the time into a great braid style?

You brush the hair nice and smooth, pull a chunk back to the crown of the head and make a long braid.

The braid is woven directly on the clip, and streamers of ribbon may be left dangling for extra elegance and flair.

The second option is to use solder braid, or ' solder wick ' .

Also check out their braid tips and extensive photo galleries with long, short, medium and curly styles.

In this process, natural hair is partially micro braided and then extensions are added to the braid.

Wigs for Kids asks for at least twelve inches of clean, dry hair in a ponytail or braid.

Braid styles are particularly popular with African American brides.

Men whose hair falls just to the chin often favor the single braid that starts at the crown of the head.

Some men pull their hair to the nape of their neck and then create a small braid.

The man who really wants to shake things up has most of his hair cut in a basic crew or military hair cut, but keeps a tiny braid right at the back.

Though we're sure you'll love the looks included here, you can even easily take a ponytail one more step and make a bun, a topknot, or a braid.

A variation on the mullet is to take the long hair in the back and tightly weave or braid it in into a rat tail.

Add more hair as you go, as though you were making a French braid.

Braid hair styles can also contribute to a romantic updo.

A simple but striking style, mixing romance and elegance, is to braid your hair in a number of micro braids and then twist them together before winding them all around the top of your head.

There are little tricks like wearing your hair in a bun or a braid at night if you are planning on curling the front of your hair in the morning.

A donut bun or a sock bun looks great in this popular braid style.

The ends of the hair can be braided down the center, in a single braid, to create a French braid.

Let the end of the French braid hang loose, or pin it up.

A fancy, inverted braid down the center of the head can liven up the look.

Many braid wearers prefer to use wet and wavy human hair for micro braids or kinky, synthetic hair for braiding.

Box braids may be of any width or length, but most women add synthetic or natural hair to the braid for length as well as thickness and fullness.

Another option for a Grecian look is a side ponytail secured with a braid, covering the ponytail elastic.

Picture multiple, large plaits, stacked relatively high on the head and you will have an idea of what a goddess braid style looks like.

Goddess braids are an excellent braid style for prom or other special occasions because you can easily dress them up with tiny roses or rhinestones.

You may not even know exactly which braid is hurting if you wait until the style is completed to speak up.

By telling the stylist that the style is painful while she is braiding, she can loosen up the painful braid and braid the other braids looser.

Although people like tighter braid hair styles because they say that the style lasts longer than normal, don't risk hair loss by having your hair braided too tightly.

The two strand twist technique is a popular rope-like braid style that is perfect for elegant and formal black hair updos.

Even better, this braid technique is fairly easy to learn and master at home.

While there are plenty of braid styles that are unique and funky, the two strand twist technique is a popular choice because it is easy to create and offers a multitude of looks.

If you're in a braid rut, why not opt for these playful twists instead?

Popular urban hair styles for men and women are the twist out and braid out.

If you have long, goddess-length hair, consider creating a braid halo that wraps across the forehead.

Make a braid down the back of your head, and tie in ribbons or flowers to the braid and let the rest hang either loose or lightly tied back.

Try a messy-looking side braid, a look that is both effortless and chic.

Think again because the side fishtail braid is anything but tame.

The key to making this look rock and roll chic is to not make the braid too perfect and to rough it up a little.

Secure the bottom with a clear elastic, then take a teasing comb and lightly brush the braid to make it a little rough and imperfect looking.

A French braid is a lovely choice that can be tight for sleek looks or loose for a romantic hairstyle.

Before gathering the hair at the nape of the neck, twist back or braid smaller sections from the hairline and pin them into place.