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The bird carried a twig to its nest.
What does Twig mean?
a small thin branch.
Dictionary definition
A twig is a small, thin branch from a tree or bush.
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Twig in a sentence
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We compared a twig, a branch, and a log during the nature walk.
hard
A dry twig snapped under the hiker's shoe, making a sharp sound.
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What does twig mean?
Twig means a small thin branch
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to twig?
Small branch is close in meaning when describing a thin piece from a tree or bush
Practice 3
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: The bird carried a ____ to its nest.
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MeaningTwig means a small thin branch.
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Synonyms
Words like Twig
small branchA clear phrase for a twig.
stickUse for a small piece of wood.
shootUse for a young plant stem or growth.
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Twig word family
Base word
twig
noun
twig
A small, thin branch.
noun
twigs
More than one twig.
adjective
twiggy
Full of or like twigs.
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Hint for students
A twig is a small, thin branch from a tree or bush.
Common mix-up
Twig is not the same as branch or log. A twig is much smaller and thinner.
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Write one sentence that shows twig without using the word twig. Model sentence: The bird picked up a tiny dry branch for its nest. Clue words: tiny, dry branch, nest Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show a small, thin branch?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "A small twig snapped under my shoe." Why does twig fit better than log?
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