twig

/twɪɡ/

noun

  1. 1

    A small thin branch of a tree or bush.

    They used twigs and leaves as a base to start the fire.

Synonyms

verb

  1. 1

    To beat with twigs.

verb

  1. 1

    To realise something; to catch on; to recognize someone or something.

    He hasn't twigged that we're planning a surprise party for him.
  2. 2

    To understand the meaning of (a person); to comprehend.

    Do you twig me?
  3. 3

    To observe slyly; also, to perceive; to discover.

verb

  1. 1

    To twitch; to pull; to tweak.

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