sprig
UK: /sprɪɡ/ | US: /sprɪɡ/
n. a small shoot or twig of a plant, typically with leaves or flowers
n. a decorative representation of a twig or leaf, used in designs
vt. to decorate or adorn with sprigs
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The word "sprig" originates from Middle English sprigge, likely derived from Old English spræc (a shoot or twig), with possible connections to Proto-Germanic sprēk- (to burst forth). It retains its core meaning of a small, slender plant shoot, reflecting its ancient roots in describing natural growth. The word's simplicity and lack of clear morpheme boundaries suggest it evolved as a compact, indivisible term in English.
She tucked a sprig of lavender into her hair for the wedding.
The china was delicately painted with sprigs of ivy.
He carefully sprigged the cake with edible flowers.
A sprig of holly adorned the Christmas pudding.
The gardener trimmed the bush, leaving only a few young sprigs.