Meaning of the word coil in English
What does coil mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
coil
US /kɔɪl/
UK /kɔɪl/
Noun
1.
a length of something wound into a spiral or series of rings
Example:
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The snake lay in a tight coil.
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He picked up a coil of rope.
2.
an electrical conductor, such as a wire, wound into a spiral or other shape to make an electromagnet or provide inductance
Example:
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The transformer contains several copper coils.
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The heating element is a ceramic coil.
Verb
1.
arrange or wind (something long and flexible) into a coiled shape
Example:
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She began to coil her hair into a bun.
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The rope was neatly coiled on the deck.
2.
(of a snake or other animal) move in a spiral or series of rings
Example:
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The python coiled around its prey.
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The cat coiled up on the sofa.
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