meaning of winder
1. One who, or that which, winds; hence, a creeping or winding plant.
2. An apparatus used for winding silk, cotton, etc. , on spools, bobbins, reels, or the like.
3. 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.
4. To fan; to clean grain with a fan.
5. A blow taking away the breath.
6. To wither; to fail.
7. mechanical device around which something can be wound
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