risu — meaning in English

English meaning

• stick noun A thin piece of wood, especially a fallen branch or twig.
• twig noun A small, thin branch growing off a larger branch of a tree or bush.

Senses

risu is used for these senses in English:

• brickbat (figurative) A piece of (sharp) criticism or a (highly) uncomplimentary remark.
• stick A small, thin branch from a tree or bush; a twig; a branch.
• twig A small thin branch of a tree or bush.

stick — full definition

1. noun A thin piece of wood, especially a fallen branch or twig.
2. noun A long, thin implement used for a specific purpose, such as a walking cane, a hockey stick, or a gear lever.
3. verb To become attached to a surface, usually with glue or something sticky.
4. verb To push a pointed object into something; to pierce.
5. verb To remain firm, loyal, or persistent, especially with "with" or "to."

twig — full definition

1. noun A small, thin branch growing off a larger branch of a tree or bush.
2. verb (informal) To suddenly understand or realize something.

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