Synonyms for

Strands

Verb / strændz / Another word for strands — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Strands refer to long, thin pieces of something like hair, thread, or rope that are twisted or braided together.

Synonyms & similar words

filament string strand fibril runaground ground chain maroon fibers filaments threads strings cords ropes hairs locks tresses braids twists plaits weaves knits nets meshes entanglements tangles snarls knots

Synonyms by register

Formal

filaments fibers threads stratum

Informal

hairs strings cords

Literary

tendrils filaments tresses

Antonyms

unravel untangle separate disentangle loosen release

Common collocations

  • hair strands
  • strands of DNA
  • strands of thought
  • strands of fate
  • strands of pearls
  • strands of evidence
  • strands of light

Word family

noun strand
verb strand

Usage note

As a noun, 'strands' typically refers to long, thin, flexible structures like hair or threads. As a verb, it means to leave someone or something in a helpless or isolated situation.

Example sentences

  1. Her long blonde strands blew in the wind.
  2. I need to tie all the strands of rope together to make it longer.
  3. The thread was made up of many small strands woven together.
  4. The cat had a strand of yarn caught in its claws.
  5. He carefully braided the three strands of hair together.

Quotes

  • A single thread of hope is still a very powerful thing.
  • The thread of life is a delicate thing.
  • I am a strand of all that I have met.

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