Pronunciation

/ˈkɔɪl/

Definitions

Noun

1. A coil: A tightly wound, spiral-shaped structure, typically made of wire, used for various purposes, such as storing energy (in transformers), winding up springs, or in electrical machinery.
2. Electrical coil: A coiled conductor, often used in electromagnets or electronic circuits.
3. Hair coil: A style in which hair is twisted into a tight, spiral shape.

Verb

1. To coil: The action of winding something into a spiral or coiled form, either physically or metaphorically.
2. Coiling: The process of forming a coil or spring.

Adjective

1. Coiled: Having the shape of a coil; twisted or curled.

Phrases

• “Wind a coil” or “form a coil”
• “A tightly coiled spring”
• “A coiled cable”
• “A coil of wire”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The transformer had several layers of tightly coiled wires.”
• Verb: “He carefully coiled the extension cord before storing it.”
• Adjective: “The snake’s body was sleek and coiled ready to strike.”
• Action: “She uncoiled the rope from around her waist.”

Synonyms

• Twisted
• Wound
• Rolled
• Coiled-up
• Spiral-shaped
• Helical