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winding

AdjectiveNoun

pl: windings

When used as an adjective, this word describes a path that curves frequently, evoking a sense of slow progress or scenic discovery. It is distinct from "curvy," which often describes a shape, whereas "winding" emphasizes the process of following a twisting route.

In technical contexts, specifically electrical engineering, the term refers to the physical coils of wire. In this specialized sense, it describes a structural component rather than an action, shifting the register from descriptive language to technical terminology.

Meanings

Adjectivewinding

[~ path][~ road][~ river]

Following a twisting or spiral course rather than a straight line.

The winding road led them deep into the mountains.

Nounwinding

The act of twisting or turning something around a core or center.

The winding of the clock must be done daily to keep it accurate.

Nounwinding

A series of coils of wire, typically in an electrical device like a motor or transformer.

The technician replaced the damaged copper winding in the generator.

Examples

It is a winding road.

The river is winding.

The winding path is long.

We drove down a winding lane.

The clock needs a daily winding.

I followed the winding trail home.

The winding stairs led to the tower.

Fantasy

We took a winding route through the city.

Travel

The detective noticed the winding pattern of the blood.

Detective

The ancient city was built along a winding river.

History

The motor failed due to a short in the primary winding.

Business

The intricate winding of the spring requires extreme precision.

Trivia

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