spinner
pronunciation
How to pronounce spinner in British English:
UK [ˈspɪnə(r)]
How to pronounce spinner in American English:
US [ˈspɪnɚ]
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- Noun:
- someone who spins (who twists fibers into threads)
- board game equipment that consists of a dial and an arrow that is spun to determine the next move in the game
- fisherman's lure; revolves when drawn through the water
Word Origin
- spinner (n.)
- early 13c., "spider," agent noun from spin (v.). Meaning "person who spins textile thread" is from late 14c.
Example
- 1. Her new book is a real money spinner .
- 2. In 1810 one spinner was as productive as 200 had been 70 years earlier .
- 3. Effect of navel on twisting efficiency of rotor spinner .
- 4. Use an approved propeller and spinner .
- 5. What a wonderful spinner your daughter is !