Meaning & Definition of word "Wring"

noun:

• 1. an act of wringing something.
  • Example: With a final wring of the cloth, she was ready to mop up the spill.

verb:

• 1. to twist and squeeze (something) to force out liquid.
  • Example: After washing the clothes, she had to wring them out to remove the excess water.
• 2. to extract or obtain (something) from someone, often by using persuasion or pressure.
  • Example: He managed to wring a promise from her that she would never leave.
• 3. to twist or contort (something) into a particular shape or position.
  • Example: She wrung her hands nervously while waiting for the interview to start.