Wind-up Definition

windup
noun
The act of bringing something to an end.
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A concluding part; a conclusion.
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The series of movements of a pitcher, including the swinging back of the arm and the raising of the forward foot, preparatory to pitching the ball. A wind-up is usually used when there are no base runners or when the bases are loaded.
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(UK) A humorous attempt to fool somebody, a practical joke in which the victim is encouraged to believe something untrue.

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adjective
Operated by a spring that is wound up by hand.
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verb

To end up; to arrive or result.

I followed the signs, and I wound up getting nowhere.
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To conclude, complete, or finish.

Even though he had bad news, he tried to wind up his speech on a positive note.
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To tighten by winding or twisting.

Your pocket watch will run for a long time if you wind up the spring all the way.
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To excite.

Try not to wind up the kids too much right before bedtime.
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(UK) To play a prank, to take the mickey or mock.

Twenty quid? Are you winding me up?
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Other Word Forms of Wind-up

Noun

Singular:
wind-up
Plural:
wind-ups

Wind-up Sentence Examples

  • You don't want small items to wind up in your little girl's mouth and become a possible choking hazard.

  • They changed their name to Seether (inspired by the Veruca Salt song of the same name) when they signed to the major label Wind-Up Records that released their breakthrough album Disclaimer.

  • In 1876, Seth Thomas patented the very first wind-up, bedside alarm clock which could be set to alarm at any hour.

  • Just remember, when you push potty training too early, you will wind up with frequent accidents.

  • Be sure you understand the terms of the balance transfer so you don't wind up paying more money in the long run.

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Words Starting With

WWIWIN

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