Furl (verb)

  1. To roll or gather a sail or flag tightly in order to secure it or reduce its surface area.
  2. To fold or wrap something up, usually in a neat or compact manner.

Origin:

The word furl originated from the old english word 'fyrlan,' which means 'to roll up.'.

Examples:

  1. The sailor furled the sails as the wind died down.
  2. She furled the umbrella and put it back in her bag.
  3. The flag was furled as a sign of respect during the national anthem.
  4. The gardener furled the hose after he finished watering the plants.
  5. The magician furled the long piece of cloth and produced a bouquet of flowers from it.
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