Definitions for the word "lace" from multiple English dictionaries.
1. n.
That which binds or holds, especially by being interwoven; a string, cord, or band, usually one passing through eyelet or other holes, and used in drawing and holding together parts of a garment, of a shoe, of a machine belt, etc.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
2. n.
A snare or gin, especially one made of interwoven cords; a net.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
3. n.
A fabric of fine threads of linen, silk, cotton, etc., often ornamented with figures; a delicate tissue of thread, much worn as an ornament of dress.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
4. n.
Spirits added to coffee or some other beverage.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
5. v. t.
To fasten with a lace; to draw together with a lace passed through eyelet holes; to unite with a lace or laces, or, figuratively. with anything resembling laces.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
6. v. t.
To adorn with narrow strips or braids of some decorative material; as, cloth laced with silver.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
7. v. t.
To beat; to lash; to make stripes on.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
8. v. t.
To add spirits to (a beverage).
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
9. v. i.
To be fastened with a lace, or laces; as, these boots lace.
Source: The 1913 Webster Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
10. n.
1 fine open fabric or trimming, made by weaving thread in patterns. 2 cord etc. Passed through holes or hooks for fastening shoes etc. v. (-cing) 1 (usu. Foll. By up) fasten or tighten with a lace or laces. 2 add spirits to (a drink). 3 (often foll. By through) pass (a shoelace etc.) Through. [latin laqueus noose]
Source: Oxford English Dictionary, 1884
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