Definitions
There are 13 meanings of the word
Spin.
How to pronounce spin:
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Spin - as a noun
A swift whirling motion (usually of a missile)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
gyration12revolution13rotation8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of rotating rapidly
Example: "He gave the crank a spin"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
twirl8twist8twisting12whirl11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
rotary motionrotation8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A short drive in a car
Example: "He took the new car for a spin"
A distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion)
Example: "The campaign put a favorable spin on the story"
Spin - as a verb
Revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis
Example: "The dervishes whirl around and around without getting dizzy"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gyrate10reel4spin aroundwhirl11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
revolve13rotate6Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Stream in jets, of liquids
Example: "The creek spun its course through the woods"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
stream8well outHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Make up a story
Example: "Spin a yarn"
Form a web by making a thread
Example: "Spiders spin a fine web"
Work natural fibers into a thread
Example: "Spin silk"
Twist and turn so as to give an intended interpretation
Example: "The president's spokesmen had to spin the story to make it less embarrassing"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lay outpresent9represent11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"I watched the figure skater perform a graceful spin on the ice."
"The spin of the roulette wheel determined the winning number."
"The car's tire had a flat spin and needed to be replaced."
"She gave the toy top a strong spin and watched it twirl."
"The dancers executed a series of spins during their performance."
Word Game Points
Is SPIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, spin is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SPIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is SPIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spin is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSPIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is SPIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, spin is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSPIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
