Reel ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Reel ( noun )

1. A cylindrical device on which film, wire, or thread is wound.
2. A device used for winding fishing line.
3. A lively folk dance originating in Scotland and Ireland, typically performed by couples.

Origin:

From old english ræl, from proto-germanic *rēlaz.

Examples:

1. The film was loaded onto the projector's reel.
2. He put the fishing reel back into the tackle box.
3. The reel is a traditional dance in Scotland and Ireland.
4. The old reel played in the background.
5. The reel was used to wind the wire.

(As a verb)

Reel ( verb )

1. A cylindrical device on which film, wire, or thread is wound.
2. A device used for winding fishing line.
3. A lively folk dance originating in Scotland and Ireland, typically performed by couples.

Origin:

From old english ræl, from proto-germanic *rēlaz.

Examples:

1. The film was loaded onto the projector's reel.
2. He put the fishing reel back into the tackle box.
3. The reel is a traditional dance in Scotland and Ireland.
4. The old reel played in the background.
5. The reel was used to wind the wire.