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kreisen — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • circle noun A perfectly round, flat shape where every point on the edge is the same distance from the centre.
  • reel noun A cylindrical device on which thread, film, cable, or fishing line is wound.
  • wheel noun A circular object that turns on a central axis, used for movement or to power machinery.

Senses

kreisen is used for these senses in English:

  • circle (intransitive) To travel in circles.
  • reel To spin or revolve repeatedly.
  • wheel (intransitive) To travel around in large circles, particularly in the air.

circle — full definition

  1. noun A perfectly round, flat shape where every point on the edge is the same distance from the centre.
  2. noun A group of people connected by friendship, interest, or social standing.
  3. verb To move in a curved path around something, or to draw a ring around it.

reel — full definition

  1. noun A cylindrical device on which thread, film, cable, or fishing line is wound.
  2. noun A lively traditional dance, especially from Scotland, or its music.
  3. noun A short video, especially one posted on a social media app.
  4. verb To stagger or lose one's balance, or to feel dizzy or shocked.
  5. verb To wind something onto a reel, or pull it in.

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