winder
/ˈwaɪndɚ/ noun C2- A winding plant.
- An engine that raises and lowers the cages in a mine.
- The person who operates such an engine.
- A textile worker, or machine, that winds cloth.
- A spool around which something is wound.
- A key or knob for winding a clock, watch or clockwork mechanism
- One of the steps of a spiral staircase (as opposed to a flyer, or straight step).
Plural winders
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