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bobbin

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/buˈbinɐ/bo·bi·na

Definitions

2
1

A cylinder or spool for winding thread, yarn, film, tape, etc.

Usage examples

The sewing machine's bobbin ran out of thread.
He loaded a new film bobbin into the camera.

Common combinations

thread bobbinfilm bobbintape bobbin
2

An electrical component consisting of a conductor wound into a spiral, used to introduce inductance.

Usage examples

The ignition coil in the car needed replacing.
An inductor coil is used in this filter circuit.

Common combinations

ignition coilinduction coilelectrical coil