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PLEAT

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Pleat.

Pleat - as a noun

Any of various types of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and then pressing or stitching into shape

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
plait7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bend7crease8crimp11flexure17fold8plication13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Pleat - as a verb

Pleat or gather into a ruffle

Example: "Ruffle the curtain fabric"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ruffle12

Fold into pleats

Example: "Pleat the cloth"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
plicate11

Example Sentences

"She pleats her skirt to make it more stylish."
"The tailor expertly pleated the fabric for the dress."
"You can pleat the curtains for a neat and decorative look."
"He pleated the napkin into an intricate design."
"She used a pleating technique to give the fabric texture."
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Word Game Points

Is PLEAT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pleat is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PLEAT has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is PLEAT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pleat is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PLEAT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is PLEAT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pleat is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PLEAT has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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