Sprig ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Sprig ( noun )

1. A shoot or small branch of a tree or other plant.
2. A small bunch of flowers or leaves worn as a decoration.
3. A small piece of something; a bit.

Origin:

Middle english sprygge, from old english sprycg; akin to old high german spruz sprig.

Examples:

1. She picked a sprig of mint to add to her drink.
2. The florist arranged a sprig of baby's breath in the bouquet.
3. He broke off a sprig of rosemary to add to the stew.
4. The cake was decorated with a sprig of holly.
5. She added a sprig of parsley to the dish for color.

(As a verb)

Sprig ( verb )

1. A shoot or small branch of a tree or other plant.
2. A small bunch of flowers or leaves worn as a decoration.
3. A small piece of something; a bit.

Origin:

Middle english sprygge, from old english sprycg; akin to old high german spruz sprig.

Examples:

1. She picked a sprig of mint to add to her drink.
2. The florist arranged a sprig of baby's breath in the bouquet.
3. He broke off a sprig of rosemary to add to the stew.
4. The cake was decorated with a sprig of holly.
5. She added a sprig of parsley to the dish for color.