spool

12 ENTRIES FOUND:

1spool

noun \ˈspül\

Definition of SPOOL

1
: a cylindrical device which has a rim or ridge at each end and an axial hole for a pin or spindle and on which material (as thread, wire, or tape) is wound
2
: material or the amount of material wound on a spool

Origin of SPOOL

Middle English spole, from Middle Dutch spoele; akin to Old High German spuola spool
First Known Use: 14th century

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