Nota: La traducción de esta entrada está actualmente en revisión de calidad, por lo que parte del contenido se muestra temporalmente solo en inglés.
Esta entrada aún no se ha traducido a tu idioma, así que se muestra el original a continuación.
twinning
In a biological context, this term refers to the specific physiological event of multiple gestation. It is typically treated as an uncountable noun when describing the general phenomenon of producing twins.
In modern social contexts, the word has evolved into a slang term for coordinated dressing. When used as a verb in this sense, it carries a playful, trendy connotation and is frequently associated with digital culture and social media trends. In a civic or diplomatic context, it refers to the formal "sister city" relationship, implying a structured partnership between two municipalities.
Meanings
Examples
The rate of twinning is significantly higher in certain ethnic groups.
We are twinning with our best friends for the concert tonight.
The mayor is twinning the city with a partner town in Germany to promote cultural exchange.
I love the idea of twinning with my daughter for the holiday photos.
The university is twinning its research department with a lab in Tokyo.
The university is twinning its research department with a lab in Tokyo.
The doctor explained the genetic factors that lead to twinning.
The government is twinning several small municipalities to share administrative costs.
The government is twinning several small municipalities to share administrative costs.