Twitch: meaning, definitions and examples

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twitch

 

[ twɪtʃ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

online streaming platform

Twitch is a popular online streaming platform where users can watch and broadcast live streams. It is widely used by gamers to showcase their gameplay, but also features content such as music, art, and talk shows.

Synonyms

live streaming service, streaming platform

Examples of usage

  • Many gamers use Twitch to connect with their audience and build a community.
  • Twitch has become a hub for creative content creators to share their work with a global audience.
Context #2 | Verb

to jerk or pull suddenly

To 'twitch' means to make a sudden quick movement or pull with a jerk. It can also refer to a sudden spasmodic contraction of muscles.

Synonyms

jerk, jolt, spasm

Examples of usage

  • The rabbit twitched its nose before darting away into the bushes.
  • The fish twitched on the line as the angler reeled it in.

Translations

Translations of the word "twitch" in other languages:

🇵🇹 contração

🇮🇳 मरोड़

🇩🇪 Zucken

🇮🇩 kedutan

🇺🇦 сіпання

🇵🇱 drgawka

🇯🇵 痙攣 (けいれん)

🇫🇷 contraction

🇪🇸 contracción

🇹🇷 seğirme

🇰🇷 경련

🇸🇦 تشنج

🇨🇿 škubání

🇸🇰 šklbanie

🇨🇳 抽搐

🇸🇮 trzanje

🇮🇸 kippi

🇰🇿 дірілдеу

🇬🇪 ჩამოწყვეტა

🇦🇿 titrəmə

🇲🇽 contracción

Etymology

The word 'twitch' originated from Middle English 'twicchen', which meant to pluck or pull sharply. Over time, it evolved to encompass sudden jerking movements or spasms. In the context of the online streaming platform, Twitch was founded in 2011 and quickly gained popularity among gamers and content creators.

See also: twitching.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,076, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.