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twine
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- pronunciation:
- twaIn
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
sturdy string that is made by twisting two or more strands together.
The machine tied hay with twine.- synonyms:
- cord
- similar words:
- cable, line, rope, string, yarn
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| related words: |
knot |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
twines, twining, twined |
| definition 1: |
to twist or wind together.
We twined the cords together to keep them from tangling.- synonyms:
- twist
- similar words:
- braid, splice
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| definition 2: |
to twist, coil, or wrap around.
Ivy was twining the post.- similar words:
- twirl, wrap
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| definition 3: |
to be or become coiled or twisted (often followed by "around").
The plant twines around the trunk of a tree as it climbs.- synonyms:
- twist, wind
- similar words:
- climb, snarl, tangle
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| related words: |
kink, lock, wind, wrap |
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