winder

English

/ˈwaɪndɚ/, /ˈwɪndə(ɹ)/

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

Etymology

Suffix from English wind (curve, coil, bend).

Origin

English

wind

Gloss

curve, coil, bend

Concept
Semantic Field

Basic actions and technology

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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