Dictionary entry

Lace (2)

Webster's Dictionary 1913

Lace, v. t. [imp. & p. p.Laced (āst); p. pr. & vb. n.Lacing (?).] 1. 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. Shak.

When Jenny's stays are newly laced. Prior.

2. To adorn with narrow strips or braids of some decorative material; as, cloth laced with silver. Shak.

3. To beat; to lash; to make stripes on.

I'll lace your coat for ye. L'Estrange.

4. To add spirits to (a beverage).