2. To follow a helical or spiral course; to be in the form of a helix.

Twist, n. 1. The act of twisting; a contortion; a flexure; a

convolution; a bending.

Not the least turn or twist in the fibers of any one animal which does

not render them more proper for that particular animal's way of life

than any other cast or texture.

Addison.

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