uncoiled

Thân thiện

The snake uncoiled itself in the warm sun.

Definition

Adjective: - No longer coiled; straightened out: Describes something that was previously wound in a spiral or circular shape but has now been extended into a more linear or loose form.

Usage

The adjective "uncoiled" is used to describe the state of an object after the action of uncoiling. It typically follows a linking verb (like be, become, lie) or modifies a noun directly.

Examples

• After use, the garden hose lay uncoiled on the lawn. (It was no longer in a coiled loop.)
• The snake uncoiled itself and slithered away. (Here, "uncoiled" is a verb in the past tense. The resulting state was that the snake became .)
• She carefully stored the uncoiled rope to prevent tangles. (The rope was in a straightened, not coiled, state.)

Advanced Usage

• Technical/Mechanical Context: Used to describe components like springs, wires, or cables that are in a relaxed, extended state rather than under torsional tension.
  • The mechanic inspected the uncoiled spring for damage.

Variants and Related Words

• Uncoil (verb): To straighten or become straight from a coiled position.
  • He began to uncoil the long cable.
• Coiled (adjective): The opposite state; wound in a spiral. (e.g., )

Synonyms

• Straightened
• Unwound
• Extended
• Unfurled (often for something rolled, like a flag or sail)

Antonyms

• Coiled
• Wound
• Spiraled
• Curled

Học thuật

Adjective

1. no longer coiled

Từ đồng nghĩa

• straight