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 Twine n.
 1. A twist; a convolution.
    Typhon huge, ending in snaky twine.   --Milton.
 2. A strong thread composed of two or three smaller threads or strands twisted together, and used for various purposes, as for binding small parcels, making nets, and the like; a small cord or string.
 3. The act of twining or winding round.
 Twine reeler, a kind of machine for twisting twine; a kind of mule, or spinning machine.