twig

Definition

  • noun: a small branch of a tree or bush
  • noun: a small shoot or branch usually without its leaves
  • verb: to understand (something) suddenly
  • verb: to understand the meaning of
  • synonyms: notice, comprehend, twitch

Examples

  • He seemed confused until he 'twigged' that something was going on.

  • I had to explain it to him three times but he finally 'twigged'.

  • We should gather up small 'twigs' for the campfire.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Somebody help! Please! The day my little brother stopped breathing. Buckley! Buckley! What happened? He swallowed a twig! Watch out! Are you crazy? Sorry! Buckley? Are you okay? You're okay. (..)
    2009 The Lovely Bones