n. 1.a cord that is drawn through eyelets or around hooks in order to draw together two edges (as of a shoe or garment) 2.a delicate decorative fabric woven in an open web of symmetrical patterns lace v. 1.spin or twist together so as to form a cord 2.make by braiding or interlacing 3.do lacework 4.draw through eyes or holes 5.add alcohol beverages