SPIN
Scrabble letter values: S1P3I1N1 = 6
Definition
- noun a swift whirling motion (usually of a missile).
- noun the act of rotating rapidly. — synonyms: twirl, twist, twisting, whirl
- noun a short drive in a car.
- noun rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral. — synonyms: tailspin
- noun a distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion).
- verb revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis. — synonyms: spin_around, whirl, reel, gyrate
- verb stream in jets, of liquids.
- verb cause to spin. — synonyms: whirl, birl, twirl
- verb make up a story.
- verb form a web by making a thread.
- verb work natural fibers into a thread.
- verb twist and turn so as to give an intended interpretation.
- verb prolong or extend. — synonyms: spin_out
Examples
- “he gave the crank a spin”
- “it broke off after much twisting”
- “he took the new car for a spin”