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reeling

The correct spelling is reeling.

How to pronounce reeling

verb

IPA: /ɹiːlɪŋ/

Say it like: Ree-lin-g

The correct spelling is reeling. 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.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To wind on a reel.
  2. 2.To spin or revolve repeatedly.
  3. 3.To unwind, to bring or acquire something by spinning or winding something else.
  4. 4.To walk shakily or unsteadily; to stagger; move as if drunk or not in control of oneself.
  5. 5.(with back) To back off or step away unsteadily and quickly.

noun

  1. 1.The motion of something that reels.

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