twin — one of two children born to the same mother at the same time
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: one of two children born to the same mother at the same time
Pronunciation (IPA): /twɪn/
Example Sentences
- The twin pandas at the zoo are so cute that visitors can't tell them apart.
- She has a twin personality - sweet in the morning, grumpy at night.
- My twin and I always finish each other's sentences.
twin
NOUN[/twɪn/]
one of two children born to the same mother at the same time
two identical young children sit side by side blowing out candles on the same birthday cake. Both children have exactly the same facial features, hair color, and are wearing matching outfits. Their parents stand behind them with huge smiles, clearly celebrating both children together. The cake has two sets of candles, one for each child, showing they share the same birthday. Other family members gather around taking pictures and clapping excitedly. two children born to the same mother at the same time celebrating together
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English 'twinn', which shares the same root as 'two' meaning 'two' or 'pair'. It has Germanic origins, as evidenced by its cognate relationship with German 'Zwilling', all tracing back to the Proto-Germanic root for the number two.
Breakdown
tw- (two) + -inn (suffix indicating a pair or dual form). The root relates to the Proto-Germanic base for 'two', similar to modern English 'two' and German 'zwei'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The twin pandas at the zoo are so cute that visitors can't tell them apart.”
“She has a twin personality - sweet in the morning, grumpy at night.”
“My twin and I always finish each other's sentences.”
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