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spinning reel

noun

Definition of spinning reel

: a fishing reel with a nonmoving spool on which the line is wound by means of a revolving arm which can be disengaged to allow the line to spiral freely off the spool during casting

Examples of spinning reel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

 The set up that most pro anglers now use is a spinning reel with the spool filled with 10-pound-test braid, running to at least a rod’s length of 6- to 8-pound-test clear mono. — Frank Sargeant, al, "Should anglers use finesse lures for Alabama bass?," 1 Sep. 2019 The Mitchell 304 spinning reel and Gamefisher series fiberglass rod made by Sears, Roebuck and Co. used to cast the lure were about the same age. — Paul A. Smith, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Smith: Retro outing proves fishing fun - and gear - is timeless," 14 July 2018

First Known Use of spinning reel

1950, in the meaning defined above

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