Meaning of reels

[srinivas]

Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #106 "Synonyms for stagger and walk", question 2

My head ......... at the thought of jumping out of an airplane.

(a) moves
(b) weaves
(c) reels
(d) falters

Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #106 "Synonyms for stagger and walk", answer 2

My head reels at the thought of jumping out of an airplane.

Correct answer: (c) reels

Your answer was: incorrect
My head moves at the thought of jumping out of an airplane.
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what does reels mean?

srinivas

[Alan]

Hi srinivas,

My head reels means my head seems to spin round. It gives the idea that you feel dizzy at the idea of jumping out of a plane.

Alan
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