Visual meaning of 'wincing'? - learn with images, example in daily life

Visual illustration of wincing: To flinch as if in pain or distress.

verb

To flinch as if in pain or distress.

"He was wincing as the doctor cleaned his scraped knee. "

body sensation action mind suffering

Visual illustration of wincing: To wash (cloth), dip it in dye, etc., with the use of a wince.

verb

To wash (cloth), dip it in dye, etc., with the use of a wince.

"The seamstress winced the delicate silk fabric in a deep indigo dye. "

technical machine process industry

Visual illustration of wincing: To kick or flounce when unsteady or impatient.

verb

To kick or flounce when unsteady or impatient.

"A horse winces."

Visual illustration of wincing: The act by which someone winces; a grimace.

noun

The act by which someone winces; a grimace.

"Seeing the sudden flash of light caused a wincing in her eyes. "

body sensation action