twist
verbverified·updated Jun 3, 2026
twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates
Framework senses
- §1
- twist suddenly so as to sprain
- §2
- form into twists
- §3
- practice sophistry
- §4
- turn in the opposite direction
- §5
- form into a spiral shape
- §6
- cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form
- §7
- twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates
- §8
- to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
- §9
- do the twist
- §10
- extend in curves and turns