lace meaning and definition

LACE noun

Definition of lace (noun)

1. a cord that is drawn through eyelets or around hooks in order to draw together two edges (as of a shoe or garment)
   • synonyms: lacing
2. a delicate decorative fabric woven in an open web of symmetrical patterns

LACE verb

Definition of lace (verb)

1. spin,wind, or twist together
   • "intertwine the ribbons"; "Twine the threads into a rope"; "intertwined hearts"
   • synonyms: enlace, entwine, interlace, intertwine, twine
   • antonym: untwine
2. make by braiding or interlacing
   • "lace a tablecloth"
   • synonyms: braid, plait
3. do lacework
   • "The Flemish women were lacing in front of the cathedral"
4. draw through eyes or holes
   • "lace the shoelaces"
   • synonyms: lace up
5. add alcohol to (beverages)
   • "the punch is spiked!"
   • synonyms: fortify, spike