Pronunciation

/riːl/

Definitions

Noun

1. Reel (film): A spool of film used in cameras and projectors, or a device for winding and unwinding film or tape. Example: “The old projector needed a new film reel.”
2. Reel (fishing): A cylindrical device with a line wound around it, used for fishing. Example: “He cast his fishing reel into the lake.”
3. Reel (machine): A mechanism that winds or unwinds material, such as thread or cable. Example: “The sewing machine has a built-in bobbin reel.”
4. Reel (entertainment): A compilation of scenes from a movie or TV show, often released as a separate product. Example: “The best moments from the film were included on the bonus reel.”

Verb

1. To reel (fish): To pull in a fish using a reel. Example: “He reeled in a big bass after hours of patience.”
2. To reel (emotionally): To be overwhelmed by strong emotions. Example: “After hearing the news, she couldn’t help but reel in shock.”
3. To reel (in): To gather or wind up something, typically something loose. Example: “The climber slowly reeled in the rope.”

Adjective

1. Reel (adjective for motion): Moving in a rapid, uncontrolled manner. Example: “The dancers moved in a fluid, mesmerizing reel.”
2. Reel (adjective for attractiveness): Extremely impressive or captivating. Example: “Her performance was a real reel of talent.”

Phrases

• “Reel off” means to speak or list something fluently.
• “On a reel” can refer to something displayed or organized in a series, like film footage or memories.
• “A reel of laughter” describes a continuous stream of laughter.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The antique camera had a wooden reel holding 100 feet of black-and-white film.”
• Verb: “He reeled in the line and caught a rainbow trout.”
• Adjective: “The dance performance was a reel of breathtaking choreography.”

Synonyms

• Spool
• Roll
• Line-up
• Compilation
• Showcase
• Series (for entertainment)
• Uncontrollable (motion)