Meaning of the word spool in English
What does spool mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
spool
US /spuːl/
UK /spuːl/
Noun
a cylindrical device on which film, magnetic tape, thread, or other flexible materials can be wound
Example:
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She loaded a fresh spool of thread onto the sewing machine.
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The old projector used large spools of film.
Verb
wind (film, magnetic tape, thread, or other flexible materials) onto a spool
Example:
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He carefully spooled the fishing line onto the reel.
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The machine automatically spools the wire.