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Braiding

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Aglet 76% connected

Alt. of Aiglet

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Aiglet 76% connected

A tag of a lace or of the points, braids, or cords formerly used in dress. They were sometimes formed into small images. Hence, "aglet baby" (Shak.),…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Aiguillette 76% connected

A point or tag at the end of a fringe or lace; an aglet.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Soutache 76% connected

A kind of narrow braid, usually of silk; -- also known as Russian braid.

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Passementerie 76% connected

Beaded embroidery for women's dresses.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Trim 76% connected

To make trim; to put in due order for any purpose; to make right, neat, or pleasing; to adjust.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Trimming 76% connected

of Trim

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Braid 92% connected

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

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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