reel

/ɹˈiːl/

/ˈɹiɫ/

[verb] [noun]

to reel

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis

synonyms : gyrate

spin

spin around

whirl

to have trouble keeping one's balance and be at the risk of falling

synonyms : careen

wind onto or off a reel

Reel

[NOUN]

a circular item around which film, wire, etc. is wound

a lively dance of Scottish Highlanders; marked by circular moves and gliding steps

synonyms : Scottish reel

an American country dance which starts with the couples facing each other in two lines

synonyms : Virginia reel

a small cylinder-shaped object made of wood, plastic, or other materials, used for holding and dispensing thread or yarn

synonyms : bobbin

spool

winder consisting of a revolving spool with a handle; attached to a fishing rod

a piece of folk music that is created to accompany an Irish or Scottish rapid dance

a feature or format found in some social media platforms, such as Instagram, that allows users to create and share short, vertical videos in a scrollable, full-screen format

Examples

1. Also, doing reels in there.

2. His mind was reeling.

3. My mind reeled at the prospect.

4. My mind is reeling.

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