WINDER

Winder

Winder is a surname originating from England seen primarily in the United Kingdom and the English-speaking nations, but also in some places in mainland Europe, particularly Austria.

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winder

Noun

  1. A textile worker, or machine, that winds cloth
  2. A spool around which something is wound
  3. A key or knob for winding a clock, watch or clockwork mechanism
  4. One of the steps of a spiral staircase (as opposed to a flyer, or straight step).

Noun (etymology 2)

  1. A blow that winds somebody, or takes away their breath.

Verb

  1. To fan; to clean grain with a fan.


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