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windup

Definition

  • noun: the things that are done at the end of something (such as an event or process)
  • noun: the act of bringing to an end
  • adjective: having a motor that is given power when someone turns a handle
  • synonyms: z, apodosis, catastrophe

Examples

  • He went into the/his 'windup', then threw the pitch.

  • She has an old 'windup' record player in her attic.

  • a pitcher with an unusual 'windup'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Away there, and a beautiful sinker right in the box. Logonov swinging. Strike, to bring the count to -and-. Now... And the windup. Come on. May God have mercy on your soul! Frankly, Mia... it's none of your business. This is between me and Leah... (..)
    2014 Annabelle