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Withes

Noun:

A term used to refer to a twisted branch or twig, especially from a willow tree.

Example sentence: The children used the withes from the willow tree to create a miniature basket.

Verb:

To twist or bend something, especially a flexible material, into a curved shape.

Example sentence: She skillfully withes the reeds together to create a beautiful basket.

Adjective:

Describing something that is made or formed from twisted branches or twigs.

Example sentence: The rustic chair was crafted with withes from the surrounding forest.

Local Usage:

In some regions, "withes" can also refer to witches or people practicing witchcraft.

Example sentence: The locals believed that the withes living in the nearby woods held magical powers.