Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mind-reels

noun

/maɪnd riːlz/

Definition

Mind-reels refer to a process or sensation where thoughts or memories seem to play back in someone’s mind like a movie reel, often bringing up emotions or significant moments.

Examples

As she looked at the old photographs, her mind-reels played scenes from her childhood.
He often finds himself caught in mind-reels, recalling moments from his youth during quiet evenings.

Meaning

The term describes a mental replay of experiences, ideas, or emotions, often triggered by certain stimuli or feelings, creating a vivid recollection similar to watching a film in one’s mind.