Coil — synonyms, coil antonyms, definition

1. coil (Noun)

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coil (Noun) — A structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops. ex. "a coil of rope"

coil (Noun) — A round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals).

coil (Noun) — A transformer that supplies high voltage to spark plugs in a petrol engine.

coil (Noun) — A contraceptive device placed inside a woman's womb.

coil (Noun) — Tubing that is wound in a spiral.

coil (Noun) — Reactor consisting of a spiral of insulated wire that introduces inductance into a circuit.

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2. coil (Verb)

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coil (Verb) — To wind or move in a spiral course. ex. "the muscles and nerves of his fine drawn body were coiling for action" ex. "black smoke coiling up into the sky"

coil (Verb) — Make without a potter's wheel. ex. "This famous potter coils all of her vessels"

coil (Verb) — Wind around something in coils or loops.

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