What does DWINE mean?

Here is the requested information on the word "dwine": Dwine 1. Parts of Speech:

Verb

2. Definitions:

• To waste away; decline; diminish; become weaker or smaller

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /dwʌɪn/
• UK: /dwʌɪn/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "dwine" is of Scottish origin and has been in use since the 15th century. It is a rarely used word that means to waste away or decline. It has been used in literature, particularly in Scottish poetry, but is not commonly used in everyday speech.

5. Synonyms:

• Decline
• Diminish
• Waste away
• Weaken
• Shrink

6. Related Words:

• Dwine is a unique word with no related 5 letter words.

7. Example Sentences:

• The patients health continued to dwine despite the doctors efforts.
• The towns population began to dwine after the factory closed.
• Without proper care, the plant will dwine and eventually die.