Thesaurus results for PLAT

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noun (1)

Definition of plat

as in braid

a length of something formed of three or more strands woven together a plat of lace

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plat

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noun (2)

as in tract

a small area of usually open land each settler was granted a plat to farm

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as in property

a small piece of land that is developed or available for development plans to build a shopping center on the last undeveloped plat in town

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plat

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verb

as in to braid

to form into a braid plat yarn into a cord

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Recent Examples of plat

Noun

In addition to the micro-hospital, the preliminary plat would allow for two more lots — one intended for open space or storm-drain facilities and the other possibly for a future retail or restaurant development, the letter said. — Rose Evans july 24, Idaho Statesman, 24 July 2026 The Olathe City Council approved a final plat for the development Tuesday. — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2026

Verb

Bennett told the Star-Telegram that Black Mountain will address residents’ concerns about the demand on power and water grids, as well as flooding, as part of the platting process for the project. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Jan. 2026 The Boise architecture firm, which filed the preliminary materials for the Black Cat site in March, filed an application with the city in August to correct the lapse and get the site platted. — Rose Evans september 12, Idaho Statesman, 12 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for plat

Recent Examples of Synonyms for plat

Noun

The former first lady wore her braids pulled into a high ponytail, with several pieces framing her face.

— Sameen Chaudhry, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
Most of the brand’s launch campaigns have featured a range of straight, wavy, curly, and coily types; in 2024, its AirWash Dry Shampoo launch campaign included a model with braids.

— Ava Welsing-Kitcher, Allure, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of braid

Noun

Although Salmonella primarily originates in the intestinal tracts of people and animals, including insects and birds, the bacterium is commonly found in the environment.

— Kimberly Baker, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026
Polypyrimidine tract-binding protein 1 (PTBP1) binds to RNA in astrocytes, preventing them from taking on nerve cell characteristics.

— Mike McRae August 30, New Atlas, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of tract

Noun

Other alleged violations — which total 23 in all — range from not having any smoke or carbon monoxide detectors throughout the property to failing to maintain the building in a structurally safe and stable condition.

— Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
With a light, silky texture, the brand’s body balm combines the hydrating properties of a body lotion with the anti-aging effects of a potent serum.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of property

Noun

Wear the fall wardrobe staple layered, like Brinkley did under a cardigan with the lace poking through, or style it on its own when the weather is a little warmer.

— Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026
The second look featured a sheer, lace gown with intricate floral details, which Blanco complemented in a black tuxedo and bow tie, also designed by Ralph Lauren.

— Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of lace

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The utility company says more than 2,600 storm response workers are working to restore power, with another 800 field workers from outside Michigan on the way to assist.

— Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Malkovich is considered by prognosticators to be firmly in the mix in what is a very competitive best actor category this awards season with Matt Damon, Tom Cruise, Robert Pattinson, Andrew Scott, Sebastian Stan and Javier Bardem among a deep field.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of field

Noun

In June, the FBI arrested five suspects in an alleged plot to target the Ultimate Fighting Championship event on the White House South Lawn with explosive-laden drones.

— Seth G. Jones, Foreign Affairs, 3 Sep. 2026
Other rules, such as removing shoes and the 3-1-1 liquids policy, were implemented in response to later, separate terrorist plots.

— Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of plot

Noun

The decision to present Nico to the St James’ crowd ahead of the West Bromwich Albion Carabao Cup tie was inspired, perpetuating the positivity brought about by the training-ground announcement and opening-day Liverpool draw.

— George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) in the Hague on Monday ruled in Pakistan's favor over the 1960 Indus Water Treaty, saying the historic pact remains fully binding and that India had no valid grounds for ending or suspending it.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of ground

Noun

In exchange for this parcel of Yosemite, the developer would purchase land of equivalent value, either near the national park or elsewhere in California, and trade it with the National Park Service, according to The New York Times.

— Noe Padilla, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
The project is probably the best fit for the parcel, Planning Board chairperson Steve McGlothlin said before voting in favor of the recommendation.

— Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026