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VocabJLPT N4

to wind

Godan VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to wind
2. to coil
3. to envelope
4. to outflank

A verb meaning "to wind," "to wrap," or "to roll," describing the action of coiling something around an object. It can be used for wrapping a bandage around a wound, rolling up a scroll, or winding string around something.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I think you're winding this the wrong way, aren't you?

Sentence 2

I was told, "Please roll up this paper."

Sentence 3

I wrapped a bandage around my arm.

Sentence 4

I was asked to "wrap it tighter."

Sentence 5

He rolled up his sleeves and got to work.