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353. 2. An instrument or a machine for winding thread, etc. (a) A contrivance like a small windla revolving a spool or reel upon which the thread is wound. (b) A large adjustable frame which can be pa ed through the opening of a skein and then increased in diameter so as to hold it firmly for winding off. (c) A small stick, strip, or notched slate upon which thread can be wound: a substitute for a spool or reel. 3. The key or utensil used to wind up the spring work of a roasting-jack. To keep troublesome servants out of the kitchen, always leave the winder sticking on the jack to fall on their heads. Swift , Advice to Servants (Cook). 4. A plant that twists itself round others. Winders and creepers; as ivy, briony, hops.