reeler

[ ree-ler ]

noun

Origin of reeler

First recorded in 1590–1600; reel¹ + -er¹

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Anacostia Riverkeeper has been hosting Friday night fishing for reelers of all ages and skill levels.
The best things to do in the D.C. area the week of Aug. 26-Sept. 1 | Anying Guo, Hau Chu, Fritz Hahn, Kelsey Ables | August 26, 2021 | Washington Post
It is, therefore, quite a hopeless task to reel silk unless the reeler is skilled.
Scientific American Supplement, No. 324, March 18, 1882 | Various
Another grave defect in the estimates alluded to is that all the profit is assumed to be paid to the reeler.
Scientific American Supplement, No. 324, March 18, 1882 | Various
The reeler is careful to remove any slight adhesions, by the application of a brush in the progress of her work.
A Dictionary of Arts, Manufactures and Mines | Andrew Ure
Faults in quality or mistakes made in the spinning-room are often credited to the winder, beamer or reeler.
Women in Modern Industry | B. L. Hutchins

Kedzie's story was progressing with cinematographic speed and with transitions almost as abrupt as the typical five-reeler.
We Can't Have Everything | Rupert Hughes

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