The act of winding something in reverse, or becoming out of breath suddenly.
From 'backwind' with the present participle suffix '-ing.' Used in mechanical, nautical, and physical fitness contexts since the 1800s.
In the context of electrical engineering, backwinding a motor can actually generate electricity instead of consuming it—it's the principle behind regenerative braking in hybrid cars, which is why they're more efficient.
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