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Unreel: meaning, definitions and examples

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unreel

 

[ ʌnˈriːl ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

film/imagery

To unreel is to unwind or let out something that has been wound up, such as film or a cable. It refers to the action of allowing the material to extend and can be used in both literal and metaphorical senses.

Synonyms

extend, release, unwind

Examples of usage

  • He began to unreel the film from the projector.
  • As she spoke, the memories started to unreel in her mind.
  • They need to unreel the tape to access the information stored on it.

Translations

Translations of the word "unreel" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desenrolar

🇮🇳 अनरियल

🇩🇪 unreal

🇮🇩 tidak nyata

🇺🇦 нереальний

🇵🇱 nerealny

🇯🇵 非現実的

🇫🇷 irréel

🇪🇸 irreal

🇹🇷 gerçek dışı

🇰🇷 비현실적

🇸🇦 غير حقيقي

🇨🇿 nerealistický

🇸🇰 nereálny

🇨🇳 不现实的

🇸🇮 nerealno

🇮🇸 óraunverulegur

🇰🇿 нағыз емес

🇬🇪 არარეალური

🇦🇿 reallığa zidd

🇲🇽 irreal

Etymology

The term 'unreel' originates from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'reverse' or 'not' and the word 'reel,' which has roots in Middle English, deriving from the Old English 'rǣl' meaning 'a spool or a reel.' The word has evolved in usage alongside technological advancements in film and communication, where reels were commonly used to store and transport film and audio material. The concept of unreeling has expanded beyond physical objects into more abstract uses, describing processes of revealing information or experiences.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,275, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.