wind — moving air, especially a natural current of air
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: moving air, especially a natural current of air
Pronunciation (IPA): /waɪnd/
Example Sentences
- The wind was so strong that my umbrella turned inside out like a rebellious teenager.
- Please wind your watch every morning.
- After a long day at work, I like to wind down with a good book.
wind
NOUN[/waɪnd/]
moving air, especially a natural current of air
He winds the toy key, tightening the spring inside.
She winds the thread tightly around the spool.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The noun 'wind' (meaning moving air) derives from Old English 'wind', which originated from Proto-Germanic *windaz. This root is shared across Germanic languages and likely relates to the concept of moving or blowing air.
Breakdown
Proto-Germanic *windaz (moving air) → Old English 'wind'. Note: the verb 'wind' (to coil or wrap) has a distinct etymology from Proto-Germanic *windaną, making these homographs with different origins.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The wind was so strong that my umbrella turned inside out like a rebellious teenager.”
“Please wind your watch every morning.”
“After a long day at work, I like to wind down with a good book.”
“The mountain road winds through the forest like a lazy snake.”
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