Meaning & Definition of word "Twisting"

Twisting

/ˈtwɪstɪŋ/

noun:

  • 1. The act or process of twisting something.
    • Example: The twisting of the vine around the trellis was beautiful.
  • 2. A sudden or unexpected change in direction or meaning.
    • Example: The plot took a surprising twisting turn at the end.

verb:

  • 1. The action of turning or rotating something in a circular motion.
    • Example: She was twisting the cap off the bottle.
  • 2. To change the position or shape of something by turning it.
    • Example: He was twisting the wire to secure the connection.
  • 3. To distort or misrepresent an idea or fact.
    • Example: The article was twisting the truth to fit a narrative.

Etymology

Middle English twisten, from Old English twistan; related to Old Norse tvistr.

Common Phrases and Expressions

twisting someone's arm:

To pressure someone into doing something.

twist of fate:

An unexpected change in events.

twist and shout:

To have a good time dancing and singing.

Related Words

twist:

To combine or turn around two or more things.

twisted:

Having a spiral or winding shape.

twister:

A person or thing that twists.

Slang Meanings of twisting

Meaning: To manipulate a situation to one's advantage.

Example Sentence: He was twisting the rules to win the game.

Meaning: To confuse or mislead someone.

Example Sentence: Don't try twisting my words, I know what you meant.