Pronunciation

/spɪn/

Definitions

Noun

1. A rotation around a central axis: The act or process of spinning something, like a top or a wheel. For example: “The child was happily spinning their toy on the ground.”
2. A tale or story told for entertainment: A yarn or fabrication. For example: “She spun a fascinating story about her travels.”
3. An opinion or interpretation: A point of view or bias. For example: “Each side had its own spin on the events.”
4. (Physics) Angular momentum: The measure of an object’s rotational motion. For example: “The gyroscope maintains its spin even when tilted.”

Verb

1. To rotate rapidly, especially with force: “She spun the wheel to start the machine.”
2. To cause to move around rapidly: “He spun the basketball to his teammate.”
3. To create or present information in a particular way: “Journalists often spin news stories to present a certain perspective.”
4. (Internet slang) To create content, especially online content, rapidly or frequently. For example: “He’s really good at spinning out new blog posts.”

Adjective

1. Characterized by rapid movement or rotation: “A spinning top moves quickly.”
2. Having many details or twists: “The plot of the novel was a fast-paced, action-packed spin.”

Phrases

• “Spin a yarn” or “spin a story” means to tell an entertaining or imaginative tale.
• “Put a positive spin on it” suggests giving a favorable interpretation or presentation.
• “Take a spin” is a colloquial term for trying something out or experiencing it firsthand.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The old spinning wheel sat in the corner of the museum, a symbol of a bygone era.”
• Verb: “After losing the game, the coach tried to spin the defeat as a learning opportunity.”
• Adjective: “Her dance moves were a mesmerizing display of spin and grace.”

Synonyms

• Revolve
• Rotate
• Turn
• Twirl
• Manipulate (information)
• Present (in a particular way)
• Create (content)