Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carretel
noun
kah-reh-tel
Definition
A spool or reel used for winding and storing thread, wire, or similar materials.
Examples
- I need a new carretel for my sewing supplies.
- The fisherman carefully untangled the line from the carretel.
Meaning
In a broader sense, a carretel refers to any equipment or tool that allows for rolling up and organizing flexible objects such as cables or fishing lines.
Synonyms
- reel
- spool
- bobbin