Definition

Describing something that does not have any small branches or twigs.

Example

The tree looked strange and twigless after the storm.

Conversation

Have you seen that tree in the park?

Yeah, it's really impressive, but it looks a bit twigless.

I wonder if it’s dying or just shedding its twigs.

Could be! Maybe we should check it out next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Twigless → It is formed from "twig" (from Old English "twig", meaning a small branch or shoot) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "twigless" means without twigs or small branches.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') small branches ('twig') — that's what twigless means.

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