Spinner

/ˈspɪnər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or thing that spins.

The spinner skillfully manipulated the fibers to create intricate patterns.

A device used to twist or spin threads or fibers.

The traditional spinning wheel is a type of spinner used to make yarn.

A toy that spins around a central axis, often referred to as a fidget spinner.

Kids in the playground were all fascinated by the colorful fidget spinner.

A manufacturer of a particular product, especially a textile manufacturer.

The local spinner produces high-quality woolen fabrics for export.

In gambling, a device that rotates to randomly select a result, such as in a roulette game.

The croupier spun the spinner to start the next round of the game.

From spin + -er

spinner in the works

An obstacle or complication in a plan.

spin out of control

To become chaotic or unmanageable.

spin a yarn

To tell a story, often one that is exaggerated or fictional.

spin

To turn or rotate rapidly.

fidget

To make small movements, especially of the hands and feet, through nervousness or impatience.

twirl

To spin or revolve rapidly.

A person who engages in deceptive or manipulative behavior, often in gossip.

Don't listen to that spinner; they always twist the truth.

A fidget spinner, a toy designed to spin.

I got a new glittery spinner and I can't put it down!