Overwind

Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvɝˈwaɪnd/

Overwind (verb)

  1. to turn a key or knob too many times, causing damage or malfunction.

Examples

  • Be careful not to overwind the clock.
  • You might damage the toy if you overwind it.

Common collocations: overwind a clock, overwind a watch, accidentally overwind

Synonyms of Overwind

Neutral

Antonyms of Overwind

  • when not winding enough