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The thread was wrapped around a wooden spool.
What does Spool mean?
a round holder for thread or wire.
Dictionary definition
A round object that thread, wire, or ribbon is wound around.
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A spool of ribbon sat beside the scissors.
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The maker measured how much wire remained on the spool before starting the project.
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What is a spool?
A spool holds thread, wire, or ribbon wound around it.
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Which word is closest in meaning to spool?
A reel can also hold material wound around it.
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Thread is often wound around a spool.
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MeaningSpool means a round holder for thread or wire.
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Synonyms
Words like Spool
reelA round holder that material can be wound around.
bobbinA small spool used in sewing.
Antonyms
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loose threadA contrast because the thread is not wound on a holder.
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Word family
Spool word family
Base word
spool
noun
spools
More than one spool.
verb
spooled
Wound onto a spool.
verb
spooling
Winding onto a spool.
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