WINCE
Wince, n. Etym: [See Winch.] (Dyeing & Calico Printing)
Defn: 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. Wince pit, Wince pot, a tank or a pit where cloth in the process of dyeing or manufacture is washed, dipped in a mordant, or the like.
WINCER
Win"cer, n.
Defn: One who, or that which, winces, shrinks, or kicks.
WINCEY
Win"cey, n.
Defn: Linsey-woolsey.
WINCH
Winch, v. i. Etym: [See Wince.]
Defn: To wince; to shrink; to kick with impatience or uneasiness.
WINCH
Winch, n.
Defn: A kick, as of a beast, from impatience or uneasiness. Shelton.