TWIST, v.t. 1. To unite by winding one thread, strand or other flexible substance round another; to form by convolution, or winding separate things round each other; as to twist yarn or thread. So we say, to double and twist.2. To form into a thread from many fine filaments; as, to twist wool or cotton.3. To contort; to writhe; as, to twist a thing into a serpentine form.4. To wreathe; to wind; to encircle. --Pillars of smoke twisted about with wreaths of flame.5. To form; to weave; as, to twist a story.6. To unite by intertexture of parts; as, to twist bays with ivy.7. To unite; to enter by winding; to insinuate; as, avarice twists itself into all human concerns.8. To pervert; as, to twist a passage in an author.9. To turn from a straight line.TWIST, v.i. To be contorted or united by winding round each other. Some strands will twist more easily than others. TWIST, n. A cord, thread or any thing flexible,formed by winding strands or separate things round each other. 1. A cord; a string; a single cord.2. A contortion; a writhe.3. A little roll of tobacco.4. Manner of twisting.5. A twig. [Not in use.]
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