noun

reeling

REE-lihng

Reeling (noun) means a staggering, spinning, or unsteady motion. Example: “The reeling of the ship in the storm made everyone seasick.”

noun

A staggering, spinning, or unsteady motion.

"The reeling of the ship in the storm made everyone seasick."

"He felt a reeling in his head after the blow."

How to use reeling

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe wobbly, spinning feeling or motion of something that reels.

Common pairings

head reeling mind reeling

reelings plural

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The _____ of the ship in the storm made everyone seasick.

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What does “reeling” mean?

The word “reeling” means a staggering, spinning, or unsteady motion. In plain terms, the wobbly, spinning feeling or motion of something that reels.

How do you pronounce “reeling”?

“Reeling” is pronounced REE-lihng (/ˈɹiːlɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “reeling” in a sentence?

Here is “reeling” used in a sentence: “The reeling of the ship in the storm made everyone seasick.”

What part of speech is “reeling”?

“Reeling” is a noun.