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coil

Pronunciation: [kɔɪl]

Word

Learn how to use coil in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “objects”

(noun) a coil is a shape made by winding something around itself, like a spring or a piece of rope. Imagine a slinky toy that loops around.

Example

The coil of the spring helps the toy bounce up and down.

Example

The flat rope is not a coil; it is straight and doesn't twist.

Example

Can you see how the coil of wire is wrapped tightly?

Context: “movement”

(verb) to coil means to twist or wrap something into a circular shape. It’s like when you are winding up your phone charger neatly.

Example

She loves to coil the ribbon around the gift box.

Example

He didn't coil the hose properly, so it was all tangled.

Example

Did you remember to coil the garden hose after using it?

How to pronounce coil

Pronunciation: [kɔɪl]

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