winding (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈwaɪn.dɪŋ/
Definition
Turning or bending sharply and frequently; not straight.
Examples
The path through the forest was winding and overgrown.
She followed the winding river to the sea.
He found himself on a winding staircase that seemed to go on forever.
How to Use winding
- winding down (phrasal verb)
- To relax and become calm after a period of activity or excitement. — "After a busy week, she enjoyed winding down by reading a book."
- winding up (phrasal verb)
- To become increasingly excited, energetic, or agitated. — "The crowd started winding up as the band played their most popular song."
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