winze
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1winze

noun \ˈwinz\

Definition of WINZE

: a steeply inclined passageway in a mine

Origin of WINZE

alteration of earlier winds, probably from plural of 5wind
First Known Use: 1757

2winze

noun

Definition of WINZE

Scottish
: curse

Origin of WINZE

probably from Dutch wens wish
First Known Use: 1785

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