twine (n.)

  1. a lightweight cord

    [ Syn: string ]

    twine (v.)

  1. spin, wind, or twist together; intertwine the ribbons; Twine the threads into a rope; intertwined hearts

    [ Syn: intertwine , entwine , enlace , interlace , lace ]

  2. arrange or or coil around; roll your hair around your finger; Twine the thread around the spool; She wrapped her arms around the child

    [ Syn: wind , wrap , roll ]

  3. make by twisting together or intertwining; twine a rope'

  4. form into a spiral shape; The cord is all twisted

    [ Syn: twist , distort ]

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