English · Family & People
twin
/twɪn/
[/twɪn/]
one of two born together
Intermediatenoun
Definition
One of two children born to the same mother at the same time.
Example
The twin brothers look so alike that even teachers confuse them.
The twin brothers look so alike that even teachers confuse them.
Etymology
From Old English "twinn," double, from "twa," two.
How & Where It’s Used
Refers to one of two siblings born together; can be identical or fraternal.