It's used for wrapping up a film Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Thursday, August 28, 2025 · 20-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, August 28, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 28, 2025 · 20-Across · 5 letters
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a winder around which thread or tape or film or other flexible materials can be wound
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