writhen - Wiktionary, the free dictionary writhen To form or make into a curve or bend; to make bent: To bend or twist into a circular shape (as a wreath) To bend or twist as to distort; to writhe or wring To bend or twist as to snap or split; to twist out of position To writhe; to make a twisting motion (often while in pain) To move in a twisted or distorted way; to squirm
What does writhen mean? - Definitions. net writhen Writhen is a past participle of the word "writhe," which means to twist, squirm, or contort one's body in a twisting manner, often due to pain, discomfort, or distress
writhen, adj. meanings, etymology and more | Oxford English Dictionary What does the adjective writhen mean? There are eight meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective writhen , two of which are labelled obsolete See ‘Meaning use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence
Writhen - Word Genius (Literary) Twisted or contorted out of normal shape or form 2 (Of antique glass or silver) Having spirally twisted ornamentation " The glassblower twisted a unique writhen ornamentation on each vase he created " It must have taken the carpenter weeks to carve this writhen banister