1. a small shoot or twig of a plant, especially one with leaves or flowers
2. a small amount or piece of something used as decoration

1. to decorate with small twigs or shoots

Examples

• She picked a sprig of mint from the garden.
• The chef garnished the dish with a sprig of parsley.
• A sprig of holly decorated the Christmas cake.
• He wore a sprig of rosemary in his buttonhole.
• The florist added sprigs of baby’s breath to the bouquet.
• She sprigged the wreath with fresh herbs.