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COILING

(adj.sat, verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Coiling.

Coiling - as an adjective satellite

In the shape of a coil

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
helical12spiral8spiraling12turbinate11volute9voluted11whorled14

Coiling - as a verb

To wind or reel e.g. a wire or rope into regular rings, often around a centerpiece.

Example: "A simple transformer can be made by coiling two pieces of insulated copper wire around an iron heart."

To wind into loops (roughly) around a common center.

Example: "The sailor coiled the free end of the hawser on the pier."

To wind cylindrically or spirally.

Example: "The snake coiled itself before springing."

To encircle and hold with, or as if with, coils.

Coiling - as a noun

The pattern or motion of something that coils.

The process of fitting a ship with electromagnetic coils, so that it can be degaussed while travelling.

Example Sentences

"The coiling snake slithered across the path."
"I could see the coiling smoke rising from the fire."
"The coiling vines covered the entire wall."
"The dancer moved gracefully with coiling ribbons."
"The coiling staircase led to the hidden room."
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Word Game Points

Is COILING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, coiling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COILING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is COILING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, coiling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COILING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is COILING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, coiling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COILING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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