enwind

/ɛnˈwaɪnd/

Definitions

1. verb

to twist or turn something into a spiral or curved shape

“The wind enwinds the leaves of the trees.”

2. verb

to twist or turn (a rope, string, etc.) into a spiral or curved shape

“She enwinds the yarn to make a ball.”

3. verb

to encircle or surround (something)

“The mist enwinds the mountain.”

4. noun

a twisting or turning motion, especially of a rope or thread

“The enwind of the rope is quite intricate.”

Synonyms

  • turn
  • twist

Antonyms

  • untwist
  • unwind