LACE (2)

lace (2). Lace, v.t. to tighten with a lace, trim, beat

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Lace, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Laced (āst); p. pr. & vb. n. Lacing (?).] 1. 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. 2. To adorn with narrow strips or braids of some decorative material; as, cloth laced with silver. Shak.
3. 3. To beat; to lash; to make stripes on.
I'll lace your coat for ye. L'Estrange. 4. 4. To add spirits to (a beverage).