1. straightening out from a coiled or wound position
Usage: present participle of uncoil

1. the action or process of straightening out from a coiled position
Usage: gerund form

Examples

• The snake was slowly uncoiling from around the branch.
• She watched the rope uncoiling as it fell to the ground.
• The spring began uncoiling when the pressure was released.
• The garden hose was uncoiling across the lawn.
• The uncoiling of the wire took several minutes.
• He felt his muscles uncoiling after the long stretch.
• The dancer’s movements suggested the uncoiling of a serpent.