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Entwine Meaning, Examples & Correct Usage (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：twist together (entwine)
entwine
/ɪnˈtwaɪn/
vt.
To twist two or more things together, like vines around a tree or fingers with each other.
twist together
➕
/twɪst təˈɡɛðər/
vt.
To twist or wind two or more things around each other, so they become joined or intertwined.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
Prefix 'en-' (to cause to be) + 'twine' (to twist).
💡 Mnemonic
Think of two strings being twisted into one; 'en-' intensifies the action.
📖 Example
The morning glory vines had entwined themselves so tightly around the old fence that they became part of its structure.
The morning glory vines had entwined themselves so tightly around the old fence that they became part of its structure.
🔗 Collocations
entwine with – to twist together with something else
entwine around – to wrap around something
closely entwined – tightly twisted together
🔄 Synonyms
intertwine (v.) – to twist or be twisted together
weave (v.) – to form by interlacing threads or strands
braid (v.) – to interlace three or more strands of hair, fabric, etc.
🚫 Antonyms
🌱 Derivatives
entwinement (n.) – the state of being entwined
entwining (adj.) – that entwines or causes entwining
📖 Cultural Story
Entwine derives from Old English 'twin' (double thread) and the prefix 'en-'. It often describes vines twisting together or abstract fates being inseparably linked.
Meaning 2：intertwine (entwine)
entwine
/ɪnˈtwaɪn/
vt.
For ideas, stories, or fates to be closely connected or mixed together, making them hard to separate.
intertwine
➕
/ˌɪntərˈtwaɪn/
vt.
To connect or mix ideas, stories, or destinies closely together so they become difficult to separate.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
In her novel, the personal stories of the characters are cleverly entwined with the major historical events of the era.
In her novel, the personal stories of the characters are cleverly entwined with the major historical events of the era.
🔗 Collocations
entwine with – to be closely connected with something
inextricably entwined – so closely connected that separation is impossible
entwined fates – destinies that are linked together
🔄 Synonyms
interweave (v.) – to blend or combine closely
merge (v.) – to combine into one
interlink (v.) – to connect or link together
🌱 Derivatives
entwinement (n.) – the condition of being entwined
entwining (adj.) – that entangles or interweaves
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