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Reel loops back (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

spool

'reel' is the definition.
(synonyms)

'loops back' is the wordplay.
'back' is a reversal indicator.
'loops' back-to-front is 'SPOOL'.

(Other definitions for spool that I've seen before include "On which film is wound" , "Loops around a thread holder" , "Loops around with reel" , "Film reel; wind" , "Ribbon holder" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.
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