Meaning & Definition of word "Spin"

Spin

/spɪn/

noun:

  • 1. A rapid turning or whirling motion.
    • Example: He took a spin on the roller coaster.
  • 2. An act of turning or rotating around an axis.
    • Example: The spin of the earth influences day and night.
  • 3. A way of presenting information or events to achieve a desired effect.
    • Example: The news outlet put a positive spin on the economic report.
  • 4. A slight variation on something, especially a version or interpretation.
    • Example: She added her own spin to the classic recipe.

verb:

  • 1. To rotate rapidly around a central point.
    • Example: The child watched the top spin on the table.
  • 2. To twist or turn something, especially in a circular motion.
    • Example: She spun the wheel to pick a prize.
  • 3. To create threads or yarn by twisting fibers together.
    • Example: They use a machine to spin wool into yarn.
  • 4. To present information in a particular way to influence opinion.
    • Example: The politician tried to spin the controversy in her favor.
  • 5. To perform a quick, turning movement (often used in dance or gymnastics).
    • Example: The ballet dancer spun gracefully across the stage.

Etymology

Middle English 'spin', from Old English 'spinnan', of Germanic origin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

spin a yarn:

To tell a story, especially one that is invented or exaggerated.

spin out:

To extend or prolong a situation or conversation.

spin doctor:

A person who explains or promotes an event in a manipulative way.

Related Words

spinner:

A device or person that spins.

spinning:

The act of turning around quickly.

Slang Meanings of spin

Meaning: To present information with a bias.

Example Sentence: The news was so spun, it hardly resembled the truth.

Meaning: To make something sound more exciting or interesting than it is.

Example Sentence: He spun it so well that everyone wanted to join the project.