Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wind-off
verb
wɪnd ɒf
Definition
A technique used to reduce the tension in a rope or cable by allowing it to unwind.
Examples
- After the race, the crew had to wind off the excess rope from the spool.
- Make sure to wind off the cable to avoid tangles.
- During the repair, we needed to wind off the old wire before installing the new one.
Meaning
The process of loosening or unwinding something, particularly in the context of ropes or cables.
Synonyms
- unwind
- loosen
- unroll
