v. To weave, interlace, or entwine together, as three or more strands or threads; to form into a braid; to plait.v. To mingle, or to bring to a uniformly soft consistence, by beating, rubbing, or straining, as in some culinary operations.v. To reproach. [Obs.] See Upbraid.n. A plait, band, or narrow fabric formed by intertwining or weaving together different strands.n. A narrow fabric, as of wool, silk, or linen, used for binding, trimming, or ornamenting dresses, etc.n. A quick motion; a start.n. A fancy; freak; caprice.verb-intransitive. To start; to awake.adj. Deceitful.