Winding
Noun
Definition: A twisting or curving movement or course.
Synonyms: Twist, Curve, Turn
Antonyms: Straight
Examples:
- The hiking trail had many winding paths through the forest.
- The river followed a winding route through the valley.
Mnemonics:
- Imagine a winding road with lots of twists and turns.
Adjective
Definition: Having a twisting or spiraling shape.
Synonyms: Twisted, Coiled, Spiraling
Antonyms: Straight, Linear
Examples:
- The staircase had a beautiful winding banister.
- The DNA molecule has a double helix structure with winding strands.
Mnemonics:
- Think of a winding river flowing through a scenic landscape.
Etymology:
Origin:
Middle English (in the sense 'wander, twist and turn'): from wind (verb).
Historical Usage:The word has been used since Middle English with a similar meaning of twisting or turning.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Get your wires crossed"
Explanation:To become confused or misunderstand something.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing 'winding' (noun) with 'winding' (adjective).
Explanation:'Winding' can be both a noun and an adjective with different meanings and usage.