wince

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /wɪns/

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Noun

Singular wince

Plural winces

1. A wince is a slight sudden movement.

Verb

Plain form wince

Third-person singular winces

Past tense winced

Past participle winced

Present participle wincing

1. (intransitive) If a person winces, they make a slight sudden movement due to pain or distress.
   • Synonym: flinch