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spool Definition

spool (spo̵̅o̅l)

noun

  1. a cylinder or roller, usually with a hole for a spindle from end to end and a rim at either end, upon which thread, wire, etc. is wound
  2. something like a spool, as a bobbin, reel, etc.
  3. the material wound on a spool

Etymology: ME spole < MFr espole < MDu spoele, akin to Ger spule < IE base *(s)p(h)el-, to split, split off > spall, spill, spoil

transitive verb

to wind on a spool

spool Synonyms

spool

n.

bobbin, spindle, quill, cop, bottom; see also reel.

spool Usage Examples

Object

  • daemon: The spooling daemon uses the appropriate filters to print the data accordingly.
  • queue: The solution here is to move the spooling queue or make more free space on the remote.
  • conflict: On a PC, creating a unique spool directory improves printing performance by eliminating spooling conflicts within Windows.

Adjective modifier

  • spare: The reel is supplied in a bag with a spare spool.
  • fixed: Not one big fish angler in the Keys uses Shimano fixed spools: even the sponsored boats.
  • empty: First you need to load an empty spool under the winding knob.

Modifies a noun

  • reel: Designed for use with affixed spool reel loaded with 20 to 30lb braid.
  • directory: The files do end up in the cups spool directory.
  • valve: A small pilot piston is attached to the bottom of the spool valve.
  • clip: The greatest thing about our design is the retaining spool clip which holds the CD or DVD in place when you open the case.
  • file: The Epson Spool Manager manages special spool files called " journal " files.
  • capacity: Classic machines have a 25 kg wire spool capacity to enable long, unattended EDM machining operations to be undertaken.

Noun used with modifier

  • graphite: SHAKESPEARE DYNAMIC REEL A stylish 1 ball bearing reel that is supplied with 2 graphite spools.
  • aluminum: A quick spool release thumb bar and variable braking system comes as standard, as do star drag and aluminum spool.
  • reel: This prevents any binding on to the reels spool.
  • valve: Check a valve spool for freedom of movement in a bore.
  • mail: Elm required direct access to the mail spool in order to operate.
  • diameter: The wire is normally provided on 2 inch diameter spools, the earlier small spools tending to feed wire with an intrinsic twist.

Preposition: in

  • directory: Make sure that it is spooling in a directory other than C:\WINDOWS\TEMP or C:\TEMP by checking the spool directory specified in spool manager.

Preposition: of

  • tape: Using seven inch spools of tape, changeovers were done every thirty minutes.