Meaning & Definition of word "Wisp"
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Wisp
/wɪsp/
noun:
- 1. A small, thin, or delicate piece or amount of something, such as a wisp of smoke or a wisp of hair.
- Example: A wisp of smoke curled up from the campfire.
- 2. A slight, fragile, or ethereal quality or presence.
- Example: There was a wisp of sadness in her voice as she spoke.
- 3. A small bundle, especially of straw or hay.
- Example: He picked up a wisp of hay and tossed it to the animals.
verb:
- 1. To move or blow away in a thin or delicate manner.
- Example: The breeze began to wisp the leaves away from the path.
Etymology
Middle English wisp, from Old Norse virsta (to twist).
Common Phrases and Expressions
wisp of smoke:
A thin stream of smoke.
wisp of hair:
A small, loose piece of hair.
Related Words
twist:
To turn or curl something.
strand:
A single thin piece of something, especially hair or thread.
Slang Meanings of wisp
Meaning: A very thin or delicate person.
Example Sentence: She's such a wisp; she needs to eat more.
Meaning: An indication of something that is barely noticeable.
Example Sentence: I saw a wisp of a chance to succeed in this project.