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furl

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb furl has 1 sense
  1. roll up, furl - form into a cylinder by rolling; "Roll up the cloth"
    --1 is one way to change shape, change form, deform
    Sample sentences:
    Something ----s
    Somebody ----s something

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Furl

Part of speech: Verb

Definition: To roll up, fold, or gather something, especially a sail, in a neat and compact manner.

Related products: Furl Sail

Sense 1:

Definition: To twist or roll up tightly (hair, a flag, etc.)

Example sentence: She expertly furled her long hair into a bun.

Related products: Furl Hair Accessories

Sense 2:

Definition: To wrap or secure (something) tightly with a cover or protective layer.

Example sentence: He carefully furled the painting in bubble wrap before storing it.

Related products: Furl Protective Covers

Sense 3:

Definition: To contract or shorten (something) by rolling or folding.

Example sentence: The telescope's design allows it to furl to a compact size for easy storage.

Related products: Furlable Telescopes

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