sprig

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A small shoot or twig of a tree or other plant; a spray.
2. 2
   An ornament resembling a small shoot or twig.
3. 3
   One of the separate pieces of lace fastened on a ground in applique lace.
4. 4
   A youth; a lad.
5. 5
   A brad, or nail without a head.
6. 6
   A small eyebolt ragged or barbed at the point.
7. 7
   A house sparrow.

Verb

1. 1
   To decorate with sprigs, or with representations of sprigs, as in embroidery or pottery.
2. 2
   To nail the sole onto a shoe.