entwine

[ en-twahyn ]

verb (used with or without object)

, en·twined, en·twin·ing.

1. to twine with, about, around, or together.

entwine

/ ɪnˈtwaɪn /

verb

1. (of two or more things) to twine together or (of one or more things) to twine around (something else)

Derived Forms

• enˈtwinement, noun

Other Words From

• en·twine·ment noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of entwine¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; en- ¹ + twine ¹

Example Sentences

Empiricism, rationality and truth are all values entwined with the democratic ideal.

From Salon

Because “Never before has a party’s identity been so deeply entwined with the fate, fortunes and flaws of one man.”

From Los Angeles Times

On the surface, they entail a diplomatic entente among nations, while at a deeper level they entwine themselves within the cultures, commerce and values of countless societies.

From Salon

The entwined impacts of climate and conflict have created a huge reservoir of potential recruits for the country’s many conflicts.

From BBC

Esther Perel’s trajectory from private practice psychotherapist to internationally renowned relationship expert is deeply entwined with technology.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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