twist tie

American  

noun

1. a short wire, usually enveloped in paper or plastic, used to tie closed a bag, wrapper, etc.

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Example Sentences

Push as much air out of each bag as you can and secure the opening with a twist tie.

From Encyclopedia.com

“Some barf bags are no more than a baggie with a twist tie, while other sickbags could win international design competitions. Are they art? I think so.”

From Washington Post

Grab a gallon-size Ziploc bag, white vinegar, baking soda, a rubber band or sturdy twist tie, a soft cloth, and a toothbrush.

From Salon

I took a tiny pencil from the common box, wrote the PLU code on a twist tie and decided maybe I should keep the pencil this trip.

From Los Angeles Times

I appreciated that it did a good job of pinning the mask to my face, but part of the tubing kept slipping because I made a cut incorrectly, and the rubber twist tie wiring was uncomfortable against my face.

From Slate