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Definition of: twine
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(twīn) v. twined, twin·ing v.t.
1. To twist together, as threads.
2. To form by such twisting.
3. To coil or wrap about something.
4. To encircle by winding or wreathing.
5. To enfold; embrace.
—v.i.
6. To interlace; become twined.
7. To proceed in a winding course; meander. See synonyms under BEND, TWIST.
—adjective Of or like twine.
—noun
1. A string composed of two or more strands twisted together; loosely, any small cord.
2. The act of twining or entwining.
3. A form or conformation produced by twining.
4. An interweaving or interlacing.
5. Obs. A twisting about rapidly; spin. [OE twīn a twisted double thread <twi- double <twa two]
—twin′er noun
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