Crossword puzzle clue "silver braids on uniforms"

LACE, to draw together two edges with a cord

to braid hair tightly in rows close to the scalp, also CORNBRAID

CUE, to prompt an actor

ENLACE, to entwine or entangle, also INLACE

to cut into thin strips before cooking

a style of wearing the hair

PIGTAIL, a single plait hanging down at the back of the head