Meaning of the word "wind up" in English

What does "wind up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

wind up

US /waɪnd ʌp/

UK /waɪnd ʌp/

to bring or come to a conclusion or end

Example:

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Let's wind up the meeting now.

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The company decided to wind up its operations in the country.

Synonym:

conclude finish terminate close down liquidate

to excite or annoy someone, often intentionally

Example:

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He likes to wind up his younger brother by hiding his toys.

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Are you trying to wind me up?

Synonym:

tease annoy irritate provoke rile