a delicate decorative fabric woven in an open web of symmetrical patterns
"The bride wore a wedding dress made entirely of white lace that covered her arms and bodice."
A light fabric containing patterns of holes, usually built up from a single thread. ᵂᵖ
"She wore an elegant dress made entirely of delicate lace that caught the sunlight through its intricate openwork pattern."
In plain English: Lace is a delicate fabric made by weaving threads into an open, net-like pattern that looks fancy and light.
"She tied her hair back with a delicate lace ribbon."
Usage: Use the noun form to describe delicate fabrics like those found on curtains or shoes, while using it as a verb specifically for tightening straps or ribbons. Do not confuse this material description with "lace" when referring to other types of openwork patterns made from different materials.
To fasten (something) with laces.
"She carefully tied her shoelaces to secure her feet before running outside."
In plain English: To lace means to put laces through holes so you can tie them together, usually on shoes.
"She laced her running shoes tightly before heading out for exercise."
The word lace comes from the Old French term for a noose or snare, which itself derived from the Latin root meaning trap. It entered Middle English with this original sense before evolving to describe decorative corded work used in clothing and textiles.