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Rarerecoiled
The correct spelling is recoiled.
How to pronounce recoiled
verb
Say it like: Rec-oyl-ed
The correct spelling is recoiled. To pull back, especially in disgust, horror or astonishment. For example: "He recoiled in disgust when he saw the mess."
Usage Examples
“He recoiled in disgust when he saw the mess.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To pull back, especially in disgust, horror or astonishment.
- 2.To retreat before an opponent.
- 3.To retire, withdraw.
- 4.(of a firearm) To quickly push back when fired
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