To twist or wind something tightly together, especially thread or rope.
From Old French 'entortiller,' combining 'en-' (to put into) and 'tortil' (twisted), derived from Latin 'tortus' (twisted). The meaning has remained consistent from its origins regarding the physical act of twisting.
This word perfectly captures a moment that happens in every kitchen and craft room—when something gets tangled. It's a French word that English borrowed but mostly forgot, yet it's more precise than our vague 'twisted up.'
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