Definitions

1. verb

to twist or turn something, especially a towel, cloth, or garment, tightly around a part of the body

“She wrung the towel out to remove excess water.”

2. verb

to extract or obtain something, especially by twisting or turning

“The storm wrung the last drops of rain from the clouds.”

3. noun

a twist or turn, especially of a rope or cord, that has been tightened around something

“The wring of the rope held the door shut.”

4. verb

to obtain or exact something by force or pressure

“The company wrung huge profits from the new market.”

5. verb

to cause someone or something to feel a strong emotion, especially sadness or anger

“The news wrung his heart with sorrow.”