Definition

Strong thread or string made by twisting together fibers; to twist together or around something; to intertwine or wind spirally.

Example Usage

She wrapped the package with twine to keep it securely bound.

Origin

Old English 'twina', related to the number 'two', suggesting something made of two strands twisted together

Fun Fact

Twine has been used for thousands of years—archaeologists have found evidence of twine-making dating back to prehistoric times.

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