Bible Dictionaries
Braid

Webster's Dictionary

(1):

(v. t.) To mingle, or to bring to a uniformly soft consistence, by beating, rubbing, or straining, as in some culinary operations.

(2):

(n.) A plait, band, or narrow fabric formed by intertwining or weaving together different strands.

(3):

(n.) A narrow fabric, as of wool, silk, or linen, used for binding, trimming, or ornamenting dresses, etc.

(4):

(v. t.) To reproach. [Obs.] See Upbraid.

(5):

(n.) A quick motion; a start.

(6):

(v. t.) To weave, interlace, or entwine together, as three or more strands or threads; to form into a braid; to plait.

(7):

(v. i.) To start; to awake.

(8):

(v. t.) Deceitful.

(9):

(n.) A fancy; freak; caprice.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Braid'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​b/braid.html. 1828.