Emily Dickinson Lexicon

WIN, v.i.

To gain the victory. Nor is it sought but just / That he, who in debate of truth hath won, / Should win in arms. – Milton. To win upon, to gain favor or influence; as, to win upon the heart or affections. – Dryden. #2. To gain ground. The rabble will in time win upon power. – Shak. To win of, to be conqueror. – Shak.