General
wynd
What does wynd mean?
A narrow, twisting street or lane between buildings, common in old Scottish towns.
"The cafe's doon a wee wynd aff the High Street."
Origin
Scots, from 'wind' (to twist/turn), for a winding lane.
Frequently asked questions
What is a wynd?
A wynd is a narrow, twisting lane or alley between buildings, common in the old towns of Scotland such as Edinburgh's Old Town.
How do you pronounce wynd?
It's pronounced 'WYND', rhyming with 'find', not 'wind' as in weather.
Where does the word wynd come from?
It comes from 'wind' meaning to twist or turn, describing the winding path of the lane.
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