Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uncoil
verb
/ʌnˈkɔɪl/
Definition
To uncoil is to undo the coil or twist of something, causing it to stretch out straight or to relax from a curled position.
Examples
- After several minutes of being wrapped up, the snake began to uncoil and slither away.
- You need to uncoil the garden hose before using it.
- As she uncoiled the ribbon, it fell gracefully to the floor.
Meaning
The action of straightening or releasing something that is wound tightly or coiled up.
Synonyms
- unwind
- untwist
- straighten
