# laces

/ˈɫeɪsəz/ (US) · /lˈeɪsɪz/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/laces
Updated: 2026-05-08

## Definition

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

For teachers: thin cords or strings passed through eyelets or hooks to fasten footwear or garments.

## Examples

- I need to tie my laces before we go outside.
- He bought a pair of bright red laces to give his old black sneakers a fresh look.
- The athlete paused at the starting line to double-knot his laces, ensuring they would not come undone during the high-intensity sprint.

## Usage notes

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

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