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twig
noun
verb
A small thin branch of a tree or bush.
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/twɪɡ/ /twɪɡ/
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noun
A small thin branch of a tree or bush.
“They used twigs and leaves as a base to start the fire.”
verb
To beat with twigs.
verb
To realise something; to catch on; to recognize someone or something.
“He hasn't twigged that we're planning a surprise party for him.”
To understand the meaning of (a person); to comprehend.
“Do you twig me?”
To observe slyly; also, to perceive; to discover.
verb
To twitch; to pull; to tweak.
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Example Sentences
They used twigs and leaves as a base to start the fire.
He hasn't twigged that we're planning a surprise party for him.
Do you twig me?
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