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Reel

riːl

Reel definitions
verb
reel reeled reeling reels
  1. wind something on to a reel by turning the reel

    "sailplanes are often launched by means of a wire reeled in by a winch"

    • bring in a fish attached to a line by turning a reel and winding in the line

      "he reeled in a good perch"

  2. lose one's balance and stagger or lurch violently

    "he punched Connolly in the ear, sending him reeling"

    • walk in a staggering or lurching manner, especially while drunk

      "the two reeled out of the bar arm in arm"

    • feel shocked, bewildered, or giddy

      "we are reeling from the response we've had"

  3. dance a reel