winder (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈwaɪn.dər/
Definition
A device or mechanism used for winding something, such as a clock, a watch, or a spool of thread.
Examples
He carefully turned the winder to set the alarm clock.
The antique music box had a small, ornate winder on its side.
She used a special winder to spool the yarn for knitting.
How to Use winder
- winder for (prepositional phrase)
- A device used for a specific purpose. — "This is a special winder for delicate watch movements."
- turn the winder (collocation)
- To operate the winding mechanism by rotating it. — "Please turn the winder gently to avoid damage."
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