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A length of time that a person has lived or a thing has existed
Plural for the coldest of the four seasons
“A hundred years ago, our grandparents and great-grandparents would prepare for the winter. Whether there was snow or not, there was always a winter, a time when survival was dependent on their skills.”
Plural for weather conditions characterized by low temperatures
“The jetty in its unfinished condition has been exposed to the winter and spring storms.”
Plural for the end of an event or of a period of time or activity
“It finds Jane Ford, the last sister of three, at the winter of her life.”
Plural for a suspension of activity or work
“Overall, it was a perfect break for the long winter.”
Plural for a period of twelve months measured from a point other than 1 January
Plural for a period of the year characterized by a particular climate or event
Plural for the latter part of one's life or of a given period
Plural for a market where a majority of investors are selling, causing prices to drop
To sleep through cold weather
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