Twine meaning

What does “twine” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“twine” is a noun and verb with 5 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a lightweight cord.

twine

noun

a lightweight cord
Synonymsstring

verb

spin, wind, or twist together
“intertwine the ribbons”
“Twine the threads into a rope”
Synonymsintertwine entwine enlace interlace lace
Oppositesuntwine
arrange or or coil around
“roll your hair around your finger”
“Twine the thread around the spool”
Synonymswind wrap roll
make by twisting together or intertwining
“twine a rope”
form into a spiral shape
“The cord is all twisted”
Synonymstwist distort

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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