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laces

n. plural-only
A2 Elementary US //ˈɫeɪsəz// UK //lˈeɪsɪz// laces

n. the thin strings you pull and tie to keep your shoes tight on your feet.

n. thin cords or strings passed through eyelets or hooks to fasten footwear or garments.


SIMPLE

I need to tie my laces before we go outside.

CONTEXTUAL

He bought a pair of bright red laces to give his old black sneakers a fresh look.

COMPLEX

The athlete paused at the starting line to double-knot his laces, ensuring they would not come undone during the high-intensity sprint.

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Usually appears in the plural form when referring to footwear fasteners; often used with the verb 'tie' or 'undo'.

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