The repeated clasping or squeezing of the hands as a symptom of distress. / A feigned exhibition of distress, usually with implied inaction or vacillating in the face of a dilemma or crisis.

To squeeze (wet clothing or cloth), either by twisting with one's hands, or by passing it through a wringer, to remove the water. / To force someone to give (something), usually truth, or money.

plural of hand wringing

present participle of wring out

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of wring out

plural of hand-wringing

The room or building where a cider press is stored.

So wet that water can be wrung out; very wet.

(nautical) One of the strong pieces of wood used in applying wringbolts.

plural of wring-staff / plural of wring-stave