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Noun
Definition: a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops; "a coil of rope"
Definition: a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals)
Definition: a transformer that supplies high voltage to spark plugs in a gasoline engine
Definition: a contraceptive device placed inside a woman's womb
Definition: tubing that is wound in a spiral
Definition: reactor consisting of a spiral of insulated wire that introduces inductance into a circuit
Definition: Something wound in the form of a helix or spiral.
Definition: A noise, tumult, bustle, or turmoil.
Verb
Definition: to wind or move in a spiral course; "the muscles and nerves of his fine drawn body were coiling for action"; "black smoke coiling up into the sky"; "the young people gyrated on the dance floor"
Definition: make without a potter's wheel; "This famous potter hand-builds all of her vessels"
Definition: To wind or reel e.g. a wire or rope into regular rings, often around a centerpiece.