Definition

A type of plant that wraps around a support as it grows.

Example

The twiner climbed up the trellis, covering it with green leaves.

Conversation

I just planted a new twiner in my garden.

That sounds interesting! What kind of plant is it?

It's a beautiful flowering vine that should twine around the trellis.

I can't wait to see it grow and fill the space!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Twiner → The word 'twiner' is derived from 'twine' (from Old English 'twīnan', meaning to twist or to wind) and the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A twiner is a person or thing that twists or winds something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'twists' ('twine') something together — that's what a twiner does.

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