English Explanatory Dictionary

reel off

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see reel, off.
  2. To list effortlessly and quickly.
  3. To produce (e.g. a performance), in an effortless manner.

Pronunciation

En-au-reel off.ogg

Word forms

reel off reels off reeling off reeled off

Etymology

From reel (noun), suggesting a mechanical movement.

Synonyms

rattle off trot out
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