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Twig

Twihg

/ˈtwɪɡ/

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twig

Dictionary meaning

A small branch or division of a branch, especially a terminal division.

Examples

  • Stepping on a twig announced my presence to the forest animals.
  • The lightning bolt twigged in several directions.

Synonyms: sprig

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