Meaning & Definition of word "Coiled"
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Coiled
/kɔɪld/
verb:
- 1. To wind or twist into a coil or spiral.
- Example: The gardener coiled the hose neatly after watering the plants.
- 2. To form or be formed into a coiled shape.
- Example: The serpentine river coiled through the valley.
adjective:
- 1. Wound or twisted in a coil.
- Example: The coiled wire made it easy to store without tangling.
- 2. Curled up or spiraled.
- Example: The coiled snake lay sunbathing on the rock.
Etymology
Middle English coilen, from Old French coiler, from Latin collare.
Common Phrases and Expressions
coiled up:
To be tense or tightly wound, like a spring.
in a coiled state:
To be in a position where something is tightly wound or compacted.
Related Words
coil:
A series of turns or spirals.
spiral:
Shape that winds in a continuous curve.
twist:
To turn or wind something.
Slang Meanings of coiled
Meaning: To be tense or anxious.
Example Sentence: I'm feeling really coiled about this presentation.
Meaning: To be excited or ready.
Example Sentence: He's all coiled up about the weekend plans.