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Rarecoiling
The correct spelling is coiling.
How to pronounce coiling
verb
IPA: /ˈkɔɪlɪŋ/
Say it like: Coy-lin-g
The correct spelling is coiling. To wind or reel e.g. a wire or rope into regular rings, often around a centerpiece. For example: "A simple transformer can be made by coiling two pieces of insulated copper wire around an iron heart."
Usage Examples
“A simple transformer can be made by coiling two pieces of insulated copper wire around an iron heart.”
“The sailor coiled the free end of the hawser on the pier.”
“The snake coiled itself before springing.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To wind or reel e.g. a wire or rope into regular rings, often around a centerpiece.
- 2.To wind into loops (roughly) around a common center.
- 3.To wind cylindrically or spirally.
- 4.To encircle and hold with, or as if with, coils.
noun
- 1.The pattern or motion of something that coils.
- 2.The process of fitting a ship with electromagnetic coils, so that it can be degaussed while travelling.
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