plaiting

Meanings

• noun

  The art of weaving hair or other flexible materials into complex braids or interlaced patterns.

  - "She is skilled in the plaiting of intricate hair designs."
  - "The ancient Mi people were known for their beautiful plaiting techniques."

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Variants

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plaiting , plaitings , plait , plaited , plaiter , plaiters , plaits

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Etymology

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The word 'plaiting' originated from the Old English word 'pleten', which means 'to weave' or 'to braid'.

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Trivia

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1. Plaiting has been practiced for thousands of years and can be found in various cultures around the world.

2. The Guinness World Record for the longest plaited hair belongs to Xie Qiuping, who had a 5.64 meter (18.5 feet) long plait.

3. Plaiting is not only used for hair and textiles, but also for creating intricate designs in food, such as the traditional Mi dish called 'taro pudding'.

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Related Concepts

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1. braiding: A similar process of weaving flexible materials together to create intricate patterns.

2. weaving: The process of interlacing two or more sets of threads or materials to create fabric or other textiles.

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Culture

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Plaiting holds a significant cultural importance in many communities, particularly in the Pacific Islands where it is used for various traditional purposes such as making mats, baskets, and clothing.

How to Memorize "plaiting"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine weaving together strands of hair or other materials to create a plaited braid.
   - Visualize the intricate patterns and textures created through the plaiting process.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'plaiting' with the image of a traditional Pacific Islander weaving a mat or basket.
   - Think of the intricate braids often seen in traditional Mi hairdos.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Pliats Pliats Plaits' to help remember the word 'plaiting'.
   - Think of the word 'plaiting' as a 'praise-worthy' art form to remember its meaning.

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