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reel Definition and Meaning in English (reel definition)

noun
Synonyms:spoolbobbin
Quick Answer • Definition

Reel definition: A cylinder on which film, wire, or thread is wound.

Definitions of Reel

  1. 1noun

    A cylinder on which film, wire, or thread is wound.

  2. 2verb

    To wind something onto a reel or to pull something in with a reel.

  3. 3verb

    To lose one's balance and stagger or sway violently.

Example Sentences

casual

“She carefully wound the fishing line onto the reel.”

casual

“The boxer reeled from the powerful punch.”

casual

“The film reel contained classic movie scenes.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensereeled
present participlereeling
agent nounreeler

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

reel inphrasal_verb

To pull something towards you, especially with a fishing rod.

reel offphrasal_verb

To say or produce a long list of things quickly and easily.

reel fromcollocation

To be shocked or confused by something.

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Reel definition: A cylinder on which film, wire, or thread is wound.
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'Reel' translates to 'reel' in English. Reel definition: A cylinder on which film, wire, or thread is wound.
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