winding — meaning in English

English meaning

• turn verb To move or rotate around an axis, or to change direction.
• whorl noun One ring or turn within a pattern of circles, ovals or a spiral shape.

Senses

winding is used for these senses in English:

• turn A single loop of a coil.
• whorl Each circle, volution or equivalent in a pattern of concentric circles, ovals, arcs, or a spiral.

turn — full definition

1. verb To move or rotate around an axis, or to change direction.
2. verb To become or change into something else.
3. noun A person's chance or opportunity in a sequence, such as in a game or rota.
4. noun A change in direction or course.

whorl — full definition

1. noun One ring or turn within a pattern of circles, ovals or a spiral shape.
2. noun A ring of three or more leaves or flowers growing around the same point on a stem.
3. noun One full turn of the coiled, pointed shell of a snail-like creature.
4. noun A curved, spiraling shape, as seen in a fingerprint or in the ear.

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