lime-twig

English

Etymology

Used in English around the 15th century. lime +‎ twig, with lime referring to birdlime.

Noun

lime-twig (plural lime-twigs)

  1. A twig smeared with birdlime, used for catching birds.

Alternative forms

  • lime twig

Derived terms

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