Approaching retirement.
Winding down
WYND-ing DOWN
ˈwaɪndɪŋ daʊn
Verb
Example Sentences
"Winding down now."
"He's winding down."
Etymology & History
British term for pre-retirement. Slowing work.
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United Kingdom
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Era
1900s
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Formality
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