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ravel

[ˈrævəl]

ravel Definition

  • 1to become tangled or knotted
  • 2to disentangle something that is tangled or knotted
  • 3to fall apart into separate threads or strands

Using ravel: Examples

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

  • Example

    The thread raveled as she tried to sew the fabric.

  • Example

    The fishing line became raveled after catching on a rock.

  • Example

    The hairbrush helped her ravel out the knots in her hair.

  • Example

    The old sweater had begun to ravel at the cuffs.

ravel Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ravel

Antonyms for ravel

Phrases with ravel

  • to undo or untangle something that is knotted or tangled

    Example

    She spent hours trying to ravel out the knots in her necklace.

  • ravel up

    to become entangled or knotted

    Example

    The rope raveled up as it was pulled through the pulley system.

  • to separate into individual threads or strands

    Example

    The fabric began to ravel off at the edges.

Origins of ravel

from Old French 'raveller', meaning 'to unweave'

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Summary: ravel in Brief

'Ravel' [ˈrævəl] means to become tangled or knotted, to disentangle something that is tangled or knotted, or to fall apart into separate threads or strands. It can be used in various contexts, such as sewing, fishing, or clothing. The phrase 'ravel out' means to undo or untangle something that is knotted or tangled, while 'ravel up' means to become entangled or knotted.