wind off
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Definition
Verb: - To reverse the winding or twisting of something; to unwind or uncoil.
Usage
This verb describes the action of systematically undoing something that has been wound into a coil or spool. It is often used in the context of thread, yarn, rope, or film.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "to wind off" can imply a controlled, deliberate action, often to obtain a specific length of material.
- He wound off exactly three feet of wire for the connection.
Variants and Related Words
- Unwind (verb): A very close synonym, meaning to undo something wound. (e.g., )
- Unreel (verb): Specifically to unwind from a reel. (e.g., )
- Uncoil (verb): To release from a coiled state. (e.g., )
Synonyms
- Unwind
- Uncoil
- Unreel
- Unroll
Phrasal Verbs
- Wind down: To gradually reduce or come to an end. (e.g., )
- Wind up: To bring to a conclusion, or to coil something. (e.g., / )
Verb
- reverse the winding or twisting of
- unwind a ball of yarn