reel (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: [riːl]
Definition
To wind a line, cord, or rope onto a reel, or to pull in a line, cord, or rope by winding it.
Examples
He carefully reeled in the fishing line, hoping to catch a big one.
The sailor reeled the anchor chain onto the winch.
She reeled out the measuring tape to check the dimensions.
How to Use reel
- reel in (phrasal verb)
- To pull something towards you by winding a line or rope. — "She reeled in the kite as the wind died down."
- reel out (phrasal verb)
- To let out a line or rope by unwinding it. — "The diver reeled out the safety line as he descended."
- reel from (prepositional phrase)
- To stagger or sway because of an impact or shock. — "He reeled from the blow to his head."
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