Definition of wind up

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wind up
noun (sometimes wind-up)

A humorous attempt to fool somebody, a practical joke in which the victim is encouraged to believe something untrue.

To end up; to arrive or result.

I followed the signs, and I wound up getting nowhere.
To conclude, complete, or finish.

Even though he had bad news, he tried to his speech on a positive note.
To tighten by winding or twisting.

Your pocket watch will run for a long time if you the spring all the way.
To excite.
Try not to the kids too much right before bedtime.
1. To play a prank, to take the mickey or mock
Twenty quid? Are you winding me up?
1. To dissolve a partnership or corporation and liquidate its assets

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