one who, or that which, winds; hence, a creeping or winding plant.-an apparatus used for winding silk, cotton, etc., on spools, bobbins, reels, or the like.-one in a flight of steps which are curved in plan, so that each tread is broader at one end than at the other; -- distinguished from flyer.-to fan; to clean grain with a fan.-a blow taking away the breath.-to wither; to fail.