furled
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Rolled or folded up and fastened securely: Describes something that has been neatly wrapped or coiled around itself and then tied or otherwise secured to maintain this compact state.
Usage
- The adjective "furled" is used to describe objects, typically flexible or fabric-like items, that have been intentionally rolled or folded into a tight, compact form and then fastened to keep them in that state. It often implies readiness for storage or transport, or a temporary state of non-use.
Examples
- Adjective:
- The sailor stored the furled rope neatly in the locker.
- After the ceremony, they carefully carried the furled banner back to the storeroom.
- He held a furled map, ready to unfold it when we reached the crossroads.
Advanced Usage
- "tightly furled": Emphasizes that the object is rolled or folded very compactly and securely.
- The tightly furled sail was lashed to the boom during the storm.
- Often used in nautical, ceremonial, or outdoor contexts (e.g., sails, flags, umbrellas, awnings).
Variants and Related Words
- Furl (verb): The action of rolling or folding something up and securing it.
- The crew will furl the sails before the storm hits.
- Unfurl (verb): The opposite action; to open or spread out something that has been furled.
- They will unfurl the flag at dawn.
Synonyms
- Rolled up
- Folded
- Coiled
- Wrapped
Antonyms
- Unfurled
- Unrolled
- Unfolded
- Extended
Related Phrases/Idioms
- To furl one's sails: This phrase, while not a phrasal verb with "furled," is related to the verb "furl." It can be used literally for sailing or metaphorically to mean to stop an activity or become less assertive.
- Seeing the opposition, he decided to furl his sails and wait for a better opportunity.
Adjective
- rolled up and secured
- furled sails bound securely to the spar
- a furled flag
- his rolled umbrella hanging on his arm