Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spool
noun/verb
/spuːl/
Definition
A cylindrical device used for winding and storing flexible materials such as thread, wire, or film.
Examples
- The seamstress carefully wound the thread onto the spool.
- He found a spool of film in the attic.
- Make sure to spool the wire neatly to avoid tangling.
Meaning
The term ‘spool’ can refer to both the physical object used for storing materials and the action of winding something onto a spool.
Synonyms
- Reel
- Bobbin
- Drum
