laces

la-ces · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Cords or strings used to fasten shoes, boots, or garments by being passed through eyelets.

  2. 2.

    Delicate ornamental fabrics made of threads in a pattern of open holes.

Related words

See also: lace, laced, shoelace
Synonyms: cords, shoelaces, strings

Etymology

From Old French laz meaning "string, cord, snare," plural form.