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entwine

|en-twine|

B2

/ɪnˈtwaɪn/

twist together

Etymology
Etymology Information

'entwine' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'entwinen,' where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'twine' meant 'to twist.'

Historical Evolution

'entwinen' transformed into the modern English word 'entwine' through gradual linguistic evolution.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to twist together,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to twist or weave together.

The vines entwine around the tree trunk.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45