noun
sprig
SPRIG/sprɪɡ/
A small stem bearing leaves, flowers, or berries.
The rosemary sprig carries fresh green leaves.
Etymology
Middle English sprigge already named a plant's shoot or twig, preserving the image of a small offshoot. It probably connects with spring and with Old English spræc, also meaning “shoot” or “twig.”
In context
it's starting to flower as well smells so good you know I read that Rosemary increases brain function and memory so you can cut a sprig put it in water
More examples
- A sprig of holly decorated the parcel.
- He tucked a rosemary sprig into the bouquet.
- Several mint sprigs floated in the pitcher.
Forms
sprig · sprigs