windingbough

noun
UK /ˈwaɪndɪŋbaʊ/
US /ˈwaɪndɪŋbaʊ/

A windingbough is a tree branch that twists and turns.

The bird sat on a windingbough near the top of the old oak.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A path or road that curves a lot.

We followed a windingbough through the hills.

3. A river or stream that bends many times.

The windingbough of the creek made the trip slow.

4. A curly lock of hair.

A windingbough of hair fell across her face.