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Rarereeled
The correct spelling is reeled.
How to pronounce reeled
verb
Say it like: Ree-led
The correct spelling is reeled. To wind on a reel. For example: "He reeled off some tape from the roll and sealed the package."
Usage Examples
“He reeled off some tape from the roll and sealed the package.”
“He reeled back from the punch.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To wind on a reel.
- 2.To spin or revolve repeatedly.
- 3.To unwind, to bring or acquire something by spinning or winding something else.
- 4.To walk shakily or unsteadily; to stagger; move as if drunk or not in control of oneself.
- 5.(with back) To back off or step away unsteadily and quickly.
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