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windup Definition

wind·up (wīnd′up′)

noun

  1. a winding up, or conclusion; close; end
  2. ☆ Baseball the act of swinging both arms, sometimes above the head, and then pitching the ball in one continuous motion

adjective

designating or of a mechanical toy, clock, etc. that is set in motion by tightening its operating spring as with a key

windup Synonyms

windup

n.

conclusion, end, finish, finale, completion.

windup Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • radio: One mission, The Spring Project, has a unique role of providing FREE windup radios for missionaries or church pastors in remote places.
  • toy: An old man brought in a broken windup toy, called Hoppity, to sell.