coiling
Pronunciation:
/ˈkɔɪlɪŋ/verb
Definitions
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.
noun
Definitions
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.