pleated Meaning & Definition
ˈplēt
What Does Pleated Mean?
Pleated is used as a verb meaning fold. It is also used to mean to arrange in pleats.
Word Facts for Pleated
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈplēt/ |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | folded, braided and plaited |
Pleated Definition (Verb)
- fold
- to arrange in pleats
pleat a skirt
- plait
Synonyms of Pleated
Pleated synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Pleated
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Pleated in a Sentence
pleat a skirt
pleat ribbons
Word Forms & Grammar
pleat·ed
pleat·ing
pleats
pleat·er noun
pleat
pleated
pleater
pleaters
pleating
pleated (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Pleated
Origin of Pleated
Origin 1: Middle English pleiten, derivative of playte, pleit pleat:2
Origin 2: From pleat + -ed.
First Known Use
14th century
Pronouncing Pleated
Pleated is pronounced /ˈplēt/ and has 1 syllable.