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ravel Definition and Meaning in English (ravel definition)

verb
Synonyms:unraveldisentangleuntwist
Quick Answer • Definition

Ravel definition: To separate the threads of something, such as a fabric or a knot, causing it to become untangled.

Definitions of Ravel

  1. 1verb(casual)

    To separate the threads of something, such as a fabric or a knot, causing it to become untangled.

  2. 2verb(casual)

    To entangle or complicate something, especially threads or a situation, making it difficult to separate or understand.

Example Sentences

casual

“She carefully began to ravel the knotted yarn.”

casual

“The loose threads will ravel if you don't secure them.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tenseraveled
present participleraveling

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Ravel definition: To separate the threads of something, such as a fabric or a knot, causing it to become untangled.
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'Ravel' translates to 'ravel' in English. Ravel definition: To separate the threads of something, such as a fabric or a knot, causing it to become untangled.
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