Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reeler

noun

ˈrē-lər

Definition

A person or thing that reels, particularly a fisherman who uses a reel to catch fish, or a machine that winds up something.

Examples

The reeler caught a massive trout yesterday at the lake.
After the rollercoaster ride, she was a bit of a reeler, struggling to keep her balance.
Using a reeler improves the efficiency of winding fishing lines.

Meaning

In context, it typically refers to someone engaged in the act of fishing using a reel, or metaphorically, it can describe someone who is staggering or dizzy.