One twin, the 'donor' twin, is small and anemic, the other, the 'recipient' twin, is large and polycythemic. The lives of both twins are endangered by this condition.

Nov 21, 2025 · Twin, either of two young who are simultaneously born from one mother. Twinning, common in many animals, is of two biological kinds: the one-egg (monozygotic), or identical, type …

either of two children or animals brought forth at a birth. either of two persons or things closely related to or closely resembling each other. twin bed. Also called twin room. a type of hotel accommodation …

TWIN meaning: 1. either of two children born to the same mother on the same occasion: 2. one of two very similar…. Learn more.

There are different types of twins, identical and fraternal being the most common. Identical, or monozygotic, twins develop from the same fertilized egg that splits into two. These twins are...

Dec 14, 2025 · twin (plural twins) Either of two people (or, less commonly, animals) who shared the same uterus at the same time; one who was born at the same birth as a sibling. synonyms

1. Being two or one of two offspring born at the same birth: twin sisters. 2. Being two or one of two identical or similar people, animals, or things: twin cities; a twin bed. 3. Botany Of or relating to …

If you have a twin brother or sister, the two of you are always the same age. There are identical twins, who have the same DNA, and fraternal twins, who are more like two siblings who happen to be born …

either of two persons or things closely resembling each other. adj. [before a noun] being a twin or twins: twin sisters. being two persons or things closely related to each other. being one of a pair; identical: …

Definition of twin noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.