a twist; a convolution.-a strong thread composed of two or three smaller threads or strands twisted together, and used for various purposes, as for binding small parcels, making nets, and the like; a small cord or string.-the act of twining or winding round.-to twist together; to form by twisting or winding of threads; to wreathe; as, fine twined linen.-to wind, as one thread around another, or as any flexible substance around another body.-to wind about; to embrace; to entwine.-to change the direction of.-to mingle; to mix.-to mutually twist together; to become mutually involved.-to wind; to bend; to make turns; to meander.-to turn round; to revolve.-to ascend in spiral lines about a support; to climb spirally; as, many plants twine.