Pronunciation: /leɪs/
noun a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern
A1 She wore a white lace dress to the party.
A2 The curtains in the living room have delicate lace trim.
B1 The vintage lace tablecloth added a touch of elegance to the dining room.
B2 The intricate lace pattern on the wedding gown was hand-sewn by the bride's mother.
C1 The artisan spent hours creating a beautiful lace design for the royal family's tapestries.
C2 The lace used in the haute couture fashion show was sourced from a centuries-old French lace atelier.
verb to fasten or tighten with a lace
A1 She laces up her shoes before going for a run.
A2 He laced his speech with humor to keep the audience engaged.
B1 The chef laced the pasta with a delicious garlic butter sauce.
B2 The writer laced the novel with intricate plot twists.
C1 The politician laced his arguments with compelling evidence.
C2 The artist laced her paintings with hidden meanings and symbolism.
formal The delicate lace on her wedding dress was handcrafted by skilled artisans.
informal She bought a cute lace top for the party tonight.
slang I'm loving the lace details on those sneakers.
figurative His words were laced with sarcasm, making it clear he was not happy.
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