0 past simple and past participle of furl
1 to fold and roll something such as a flag, sail, or umbrella into a tight tube shape
Generally the boom is hollow with a spindle in the center upon which the sail is rolled (furled).
The main advantage of furled lines is the delicate presentation and ease of casting.
After eclosing, the moths climb and hang on plants so that their furled wings can be inflated with fluid (hemolymph) pumped from the body.
A second parachute opened at an altitude of 55 km, 200 seconds after entry, extracting the furled balloon.
The big difference is that furled leaders are created with a taper.
When attached to the mast it could be furled or unfurled like a large blind.
The mainsail may be furled into the mast or the boom, with boom furling systems being simpler and more common.
Two regimental flags lie furled, the battle being over.
