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.

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!