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coils

 

[ kษ”ษชlz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

mechanical

Coils are loops of material, wire, or other flexible substance that are wound in a spiral or helix shape. They are commonly used in machinery, electronics, and heating systems.

Synonyms

helices, spirals, windings

Examples of usage

  • The coils in the engine help regulate the temperature.
  • The copper coils in the refrigerator facilitate the cooling process.
Context #2 | Noun

jewelry

Coils can also refer to a type of jewelry that is designed in a circular, spiral shape. These coils are often used in bracelets, necklaces, and earrings for a unique and stylish look.

Synonyms

circlets, spirals, twists

Examples of usage

  • She wore a beautiful coil bracelet on her wrist.
  • The earrings featured intricate coils that caught the light.
Context #3 | Verb

action

To coil means to wind or twist something into loops or spirals. It is often used in reference to cables, ropes, or similar flexible objects that are being neatly arranged or stored.

Synonyms

spiral, twist, wind

Examples of usage

  • He carefully coiled the rope after use.
  • She coiled the extension cord for easy storage.

Translations

Translations of the word "coils" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bobinas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเค‚เคกเคฒเคฟเคฏเคพเค‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Spulen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gulungan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพั‚ัƒัˆะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ cewki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ณใ‚คใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bobines

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bobinas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bobinler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฝ”์ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู„ูุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cรญvky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ cievky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็บฟๅœˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tuljave

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ spรณlur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะฐั‚ัƒัˆะบะฐะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒญแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bobinlษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bobinas

Etymology

The word 'coil' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'coillir' meaning 'to gather'. The use of 'coil' to describe loops or spirals can be traced back to the 16th century. Over time, the word has evolved to encompass various meanings related to winding, twisting, and circular shapes.

See also: coil, coiled, coiling, recoil, uncoil.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,637 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.