Definitions

1. verb

to twist or turn something too far, causing it to become disentangled or unmanageable

“The rope began to overwind as it was pulled too quickly.”

2. verb

to cause something to become twisted or turned

“The strong wind overwinds the branches of the trees.”

3. noun

the act of twisting or turning something too far

“The overwind of the rope caused a delay in the project.”