Definition of "twining" [twin•ing]

• A layout or motion that twines. (noun)
• Complaining or grumbling (noun)
• Simple past tense and past participle of twine. (verb)

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• "That was what he called twining her vernal wreath around the brows of patriot Hope."
• "He could clearly recall her twining her arms around his neck as he was leaving, kissing him lingeringly on the lips, and declaring that she had not spent a more energetic and enjoyable night since she did not know when."
• "And if the Cycropians swing on their trapezes as high as they can, often it's just to create a strong enough pendulum motion so that they can carry off a slower, more luxurious movement, such as twining the body around a trapeze bar."