sprig meaning

sprig as a noun

1. a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year

   Synonyms: branchlet, twig

   Type of: branch

   Kinds: brier, wand, withe

2. an ornament that resembles a spray of leaves or flowers

   Type of: decoration

sprig in a sentence

• I took a sprig of holly, and tucked it into my hatband.
• Put a sprig of mint on top as a garnish.
• I bought a sprig of lily of the valley.
• The final step is to add a couple sprigs of parsley on top.
• Ziri kept an eye out for sprigs of ivy popping back up.