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Vocabulary Entry
coil
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A series of loops or a spiral shape made by winding a material around a core.
Example Sentences
"The gardener used a coil of wire to create a trellis for the climbing plants."
"He found a coil of rope in the shed that was perfect for tying up the boat."
"The old telephone was filled with intricate coils that made it work."
V
verb
To wind into a series of loops or a spiral shape.
Example Sentences
"She decided to coil the string neatly to avoid tangles."
"He watched the smoke coil upwards into the air."
"The artist began to coil the clay into various shapes for his sculpture."