English

wind

wɪnd, waɪnd, ˈwaɪnd, ˈwɪnd
Meaning: to cause someone to become breathless, especially by a blow to the stomach
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: waɪnd, ˈwaɪnd, ˈwɪnd

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base wind
3rd person singular present winds
Present participle winding
Past winded
Will future will wind
Going-to future going to wind
Imperative negative don't wind / do not wind

Example

The hard punch to his stomach completely winded him.
The hard punch to his stomach completely winded him.

Usage Notes

Typically used in the context of a physical impact or sudden exertion that temporarily stops someone from breathing normally.

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