English English Dictionary

A twist; a convolution.

A strong thread composed of two or three smaller threads or strands twisted together, and used for various purposes, as for binding small parcels, making nets, and the like; a small cord or string.

The act of twining or winding round.

To twist together; to form by twisting or winding of threads; to wreathe; as, fine twined linen.

To wind, as one thread around another, or as any flexible substance around another body.

To wind about; to embrace; to entwine.

To change the direction of.

To mingle; to mix.

To mutually twist together; to become mutually involved.

To wind; to bend; to make turns; to meander.

To turn round; to revolve.

To ascend in spiral lines about a support; to climb spirally; as, many plants twine.