Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Spindle.
Spindle - as a noun
(biology) tiny fibers that are seen in cell division; the fibers radiate from two poles and meet at the equator in the middle
Example: "Chromosomes are distributed by spindles in mitosis and meiosis"
A piece of wood that has been turned on a lathe; used as a baluster, chair leg, etc.
Any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arbor7mandrel10mandril10A stick or pin used to twist the yarn in spinning
Any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object
Example: "The spike pierced the receipts and held them in order"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
spike11Spindle - as a verb
To make into a long tapered shape.
To take on a long tapered shape.
To impale on a device for holding paper documents.
Example: "Do not fold, spindle or mutilate this document."
Example Sentences
"The spinning wheel has a wooden spindle."
"She carefully threaded the yarn through the spindle."
"The toy top spun rapidly on its metal spindle."
"The car's wheel spindle needed to be replaced."
"The staircase railing was adorned with decorative wooden spindles."
Word Game Points
Is SPINDLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, spindle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SPINDLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is SPINDLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spindle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSPINDLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is SPINDLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, spindle is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSPINDLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
