Definition

A person or device that makes coils or wraps something into a coil shape.

Example

The coiler efficiently wrapped the wires into neat coils for storage.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a professional coiler at work?

No, I haven’t! What do they do exactly?

They create coils for all sorts of things, like springs or cables.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to watch a coiler in action.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coiler → The word 'coiler' is formed from 'coil' (from Old French *coiler*, meaning to twist or wind) and the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A coiler is a person or thing that coils or twists something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'twists' ('coil') something into a shape, and the '-er' indicates that this person is doing the action.

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