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Meaning of the word wind in English

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wind

US /wɪnd/
UK /wɪnd/
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Noun

1.

the perceptible natural movement of the air, especially in the form of a current of air blowing from a particular direction

Example:
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The wind blew strongly from the west.
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A cold wind swept across the plains.
Synonym:
breezegustgaledraftcurrent
2.

breath as used in speaking or playing a wind instrument

Example:
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He lost his wind after running up the stairs.
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The trumpet player has good wind control.
Synonym:
breathrespirationair

Verb

1.

to turn or cause to turn around a central point or line; to coil or twist

Example:
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She began to wind the yarn into a ball.
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The road winds through the mountains.
Synonym:
coiltwistloopmeandersnake
2.

to operate a clockwork mechanism by turning a key or knob

Example:
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Don't forget to wind your watch every morning.
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He had to wind the old gramophone to play the record.
Synonym:
crankturntighten
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