twig

/twˈɪɡ/

/ˈtwɪɡ/

[noun] [verb]

Twig

[NOUN]

a small and thin branch of a tree stemmed from another branch

synonyms : branchlet

sprig

to twig

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

branch out in a twiglike manner

understand, usually after some initial difficulty

synonyms : catch on

Examples

1. It's important to establish good habits and values early on because, as the twig is bent, so is the tree inclined.

2. The parent realized that their child had developed negative habits and attitudes, but was determined to correct them early on, knowing that when a twig grows hard it is difficult to twist.

3. I just need twigs.

4. The straight guys got twig legs.

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