1. (v. i.) To shrink, as from a blow, or from pain; to flinch; to start back.

2. (v. i.) To kick or flounce when unsteady, or impatient at a rider; as, a horse winces.

3. (n.) The act of one who winces.

4. (n.) A reel used in dyeing, steeping, or washing cloth; a winch. It is placed over the division wall between two wince pits so as to allow the cloth to descend into either compartment. at will.

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