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twine

The word “twine” has 1 syllable: twine

It's pronounced as /twaɪn/


What is synonym and antonym for twine?

In the thesaurus, “twine” has 52 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for twine along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for twine

Antonyms for twine

Meanings of twine

  • noun
    1. A twist; a convolution.
    2. 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.
    3. The act of twining or winding round.
    4. Intimate and suggestive dance gyrations.
  • verb
    1. To weave together.
    2. To wind, as one thread around another, or as any flexible substance around another body.
    3. To wind about; to embrace; to entwine.
    4. To mutually twist together; to become mutually involved; to intertwine.
    5. To wind; to bend; to make turns; to meander.
    6. To ascend in spiral lines about a support; to climb spirally.
    7. To turn round; to revolve.
    8. To change the direction of.
    9. To mingle; to mix.
    10. (obsolete outside Scotland) To separate, divide.
    11. (obsolete outside Scotland) To split, part; to go away, depart.
    12. (usually in the passive) To join, unite; to form links between (now especially of two places in different countries).
    13. To be paired or suited.
    14. To give birth to twins.
    15. To be born at the same birth.

Example Sentences

  • She tied the package with twine.
  • The gardener used twine to support the tomato plants.
  • He wrapped the twine around the wooden box.
  • The children used twine to make a small craft project.
  • Vines began to twine around the fence.

On this page you'll find 62 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to twine, such as: arc, arch, bend, bow, braid, bulge, circle.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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