twixt

preposition

ˈtwikst

variants or 'twixt

: between

twixt the two extremes

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Etymology

Middle English twix, short for betwix, betwixt

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of twixt was in the 14th century

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“Twixt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/twixt. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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twixt

preposition

ˈtwikst

variants or 'twixt

: between entry 1

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earlier English twix, short for betwix or betwixt

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