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Following a twisting or spiral course
“Until 1947, it was accessible only by a winding road around the mountain.”
Having the shape of a spiral
“If you're feeling energetic, you can climb a narrow winding staircase to the top.”
Very complicated or detailed
A twisting movement or course
“I followed, with my eye, the winding of the road and saw that it curved close to one of the densest of these clumps and was lost behind it.”
Present participle for to move in or take a twisting or spiral course
“Ten miles of bike paths wind through the property and link up with a more extensive regional trail network.”
Present participle for to pass (something) round a thing or person so as to encircle or enfold
“I tear off a long strip of bandage and wind it around Larry's injured shoulder.”
Present participle for to repeatedly twist or coil (a length of something) round itself or a core
“The widow, hypnotized and enchanted, continues to wind the wool into a ball.”
Present participle for to insert or introduce in a stealthy way
“Greed would once again wind itself into his thoughts and actions.”
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