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Unwind

Noun CEFR C2 Specialized
ʌnˈwaɪnd

Definitions

Any mechanism or operation that unwinds something.

Equivalents

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Examples

“The NEWPC argument specifies the address to which control⟳ should be returned after the unwind is complete⟳. If it is omitted, its default is for control⟳ to return⟳ to the PC saved in the call⟳ frame next outermost to the unwound ones.”
“A primary function of the unwind is to provide⟳ a guided web into the slitter rewinder for accuracy in locating the web for slitting or to realign the edge of the web in a straight rewinding operation.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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See also

unwindase unwinder Unwinding Unwinds Unwinese Unwinking

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