Dickens, Hard Times, i

3. (c) To tighten, as the strings of certain musical instruments, so as to bring them to the proper pitch; put in tune by stretching the strings over the pegs. Wind up the slacken'd strings of thy lute. Waller , Chloris and Hylas. Hence, figuratively - (d) To restore to harmony or concord; bring to a natural or healthy condition. The untuned and jarring senses, O, wind up , Of this child-changed father! Shak ., Lear, iv. 7. 16. (e) To bring to a state of great tension; subject to a severe strain or excitement; put upon the stretch. They wound up his temper to a pitch, and treacherously made use of that infirmity. Bp . Atterbury .