Dictionary Check: spin

"spin" is a valid word!

Scrabble 6 points
Words with Friends 8 points

Definition

noun

a swift whirling motion (usually of a missile)

noun

the act of rotating rapidly

Example: "he gave the crank a spin"
noun

a short drive in a car

Example: "he took the new car for a spin"
noun

rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral

Synonyms:
noun

a distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion)

Example: "the campaign put a favorable spin on the story"
verb

revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis

Example: "The dervishes whirl around and around without getting dizzy"

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