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Definition wind down in British English

wind down phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to end, or to finish something gradually

Example

The party started to wind down around 2.00 am.

Example

The UN has decided to wind down the peacekeeping mission.

Synonyms and related words
end wind up round off
Example

The factory will wind down production before closing next year.

Synonyms and related words
wind down knock off shut up shop
2

to relax after a period of excitement or worry

Example

Will you be winding down a bit by then?

Synonyms and related words
chillax mong sit back chillax calm down relax
Definition wind down in British English