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reel

/riːl/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does reel mean?

noun, verb

A long, narrow roll of paper, film, or other material, especially one used for winding up a rope or cable. To wind or roll something up on a reel.

Example

"The film was shot on a large reel of 35mm film."

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