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sprig

/spɹɪɡ/

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noun

A small shoot or twig of a tree or other plant; a spray.

Examples :

"a sprig of laurel or of parsley"

plant nature part biology

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noun

An ornament resembling a small shoot or twig.

Examples :

"The Christmas tree was decorated with tiny sprigs of artificial pine. "

appearance art nature

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noun

One of the separate pieces of lace fastened on a ground in applique lace.

Examples :

"The delicate floral design on the vintage tablecloth was created by carefully stitching each sprig of lace onto the linen background. "

material art style

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noun

(sometimes mildly) A youth; a lad.

Examples :

"The new sprig in the class was shy, but he soon made friends. "

age person human

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noun

A brad, or nail without a head.

Examples :

"The old carpenter used a sprig to secure the thin piece of trim, as the head of a regular nail would have been too noticeable. "

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noun

A small eyebolt ragged or barbed at the point.

Examples :

"The handyman used a sprig to secure the loose shelf bracket. "

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noun

A house sparrow.

Examples :

"The sprig chirped loudly outside the classroom window. "

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verb

To decorate with sprigs, or with representations of sprigs, as in embroidery or pottery.

Examples :

"She decided to sprig the plain white tablecloth with embroidered lavender for a touch of spring. "

art style appearance