English English Dictionary

One who, or that which, winds; hence, a creeping or winding plant.

An apparatus used for winding silk, cotton, etc., on spools, bobbins, reels, or the like.

One in a flight of steps which are curved in plan, so that each tread is broader at one end than at the other; -- distinguished from flyer.

To fan; to clean grain with a fan.

A blow taking away the breath.

To wither; to fail.