Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

twin-sister

noun
/twɪn ˈsɪstər/
Definition
A female sibling who is born at the same time as another sibling, sharing the same parents and typically sharing a close bond due to their simultaneous birth.
Examples
  • My twin-sister and I often wear matching outfits.
  • Growing up, my twin-sister and I shared everything, including our birthday parties.
  • It’s fascinating to see how different my twin-sister and I are in personality, despite our similarities in appearance.
Meaning
The term ‘twin-sister’ refers specifically to one of a pair of twins, highlighting the female aspect of the twinning relationship.
Synonyms
  • twin
  • female twin
  • twin sibling