wind
/wɪnd/ /waɪnd/Definitions
1. noun
air in motion; a natural movement of air, especially in a storm.
“The strong winds made it difficult to open the windows.”
2. verb
to blow air, especially in a strong current; to move or turn with a twisting or turning motion.
“The wind blew through the trees, causing them to sway.”
3. verb
to twist or turn something, often in a way that is not straightforward.
“She tried to wind the thread around the spool.”
4. verb
to cause something to turn or twist, often in a way that is not straightforward.
“The machine wound the rope tightly around the post.”
5. verb
to twist or turn something, often in a way that is not straightforward, in order to take control or gain power.
“He wound the situation to his advantage.”