lacing

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noun

lac·​ing ˈlā-siŋ How to pronounce lacing (audio)
Synonyms of lacingnext
1
: the action of one that laces
2
: something that laces : lace
3
: a contrasting marginal band of color (as on a feather)
4
a
: a dash of liquor in a food or beverage
b
: a trace or sprinkling that adds spice or flavor
5
: a decisive defeat

lacing

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present participle of lace entry 1

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Noun stopped briefly to tighten the lacing on his shoe the lacing on the uniform gives it a smart look
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Styles embraced the boat shoe resurgence for the second day in a row with Prada’s Shuffle antiqued leather lace shoes, a slim, dark brown leather style with an almond toe, minimalist leather lacing and a vintage finish. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2026 There was Osaka, stutter-stepping across the grass and lacing forehands and backhands across the court. — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 5 July 2026 Its quick-drying fabric and protective toe cap help keep feet comfortable on uneven terrain, while the elastic lacing system delivers a secure fit that's easy to adjust on the go. — Gabriela Garcia, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026 The back of the gown was very much Roseberry’s own, with an outsize black bow resting gently above a spine of corset-style lacing. — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for lacing

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First Known Use

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of lacing was in the 15th century

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lacing

noun
lac·​ing
ˈlā-siŋ
1
: the action of one that laces
2
: lace entry 2
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