Meaning & use

winding

adjective·Everyday

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having many bends, turns, or curves.

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The winding mountain road offered breathtaking views at every turn.

She followed the winding path through the forest until it opened into a meadow.

A note on using this word

Winding can also function as a verb form, as in 'winding a clock' or 'the story is winding down,' meaning coming to a close.

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