reels

[riːlz]

reels Definition

• 1. a cylinder on which film, wire, thread, or other flexible materials can be wound
• 2. a lively dance of Scottish origin, in which participants perform a series of steps and twirls
• 3. to feel very unsteady or dizzy

Using reels: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reels" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The film was wound onto the reels.

• Example

  She danced a reel with her partner.

• Example

  The room began to spin and I felt like I was going to reel over.

reels Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reels

• bobbin
• spool
• coil
• dance
• spin
• whirl

Phrases with reels

• reel off

  to recite something quickly and accurately without much effort

  Example

  He can reel off the names of all the US presidents in order.

• reel in

  to bring someone or something in by winding a line around a reel

  Example

  He reeled in a huge fish.

• reel back

  to move backwards suddenly and quickly, often in shock or surprise

  Example

  I reeled back in horror at the sight of the accident.

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Summary: reels in Brief

The term 'reels' [riːlz] refers to a cylindrical object used for winding flexible materials such as film, wire, or thread. It also denotes a lively Scottish dance, and the feeling of being unsteady or dizzy. Phrases like 'reel off' mean to recite something quickly and accurately, while 'reel in' means to bring something in by winding a line around a reel.