Difference between Twist and Braid

What is the difference between Twist and Braid?

Twist as a verb is to turn the ends of something, usually thread, rope etc., in opposite directions, often using force. while Braid as a verb is to make a sudden movement with, to jerk.

Twist

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To turn the ends of something, usually thread, rope etc., in opposite directions, often using force. To join together by twining one part around another. To turn a knob etc. To distort or change the truth or meaning of words when repeating. To form a twist (in any of the above noun meanings).

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A twisting force Anything twisted, or the act of twisting; the degree of stress or strain when twisted. A type of thread or cotton traditionally used for buttonholes. A sliver of lemon peel added to a cocktail, etc. A sudden bend (or short series of bends) in a road, path, etc. A distortion to the meaning of a word or passage. An unexpected turn in a story, tale, etc. A type of dance characterised by rotating one's hips. A rotation of the body when diving. A sprain, especially to the ankle.

Example sentence: Put your own twist to it. That's how you say relevant. Or things get old and boring.

Braid

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To make a sudden movement with, to jerk.To start into motion.To weave together, intertwine (strands of fibers, ribbons, etc.); to arrange (hair) in braids.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A weave of three of more strands of fibers, ribbons, cords or hair often for decoration.

We hope you now know whether to use Twist or Braid in your sentence.

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