lace, ornamental, openwork fabric formed by looping, interlacing, braiding (plaiting), or twisting threads. Lace is a delicate, decorative fabric known for its intricate patterns and open-weave design. This type of fabric involves threads that are knotted, looped, braided, twisted or stitched to make open-work, patterned fabrics that, traditionally, were handmade from linen, cotton and silk.

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