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21.
wī̆ndel
n.(4)
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In cpds. and combs.:
yarn (garn) windel
, a wooden reel from which a hank or thread of yarn may be wound into a ball, a yarn-winder;
yarn (garn) windel blade
, one of the crossed arms of a yarn-winder.
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wirling(e
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wirlinge
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A deformed creature, monster;—used as a term of abuse.
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wisker
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A fan; also, a switch or fly swatter.
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