spinner

noun

spin·​ner ˈspi-nər How to pronounce spinner (audio)
Synonyms of spinnernext
1
: one that spins
2
: a fisherman's lure consisting of a spoon, blade, or set of wings that revolves when drawn through the water
3
: a conical sheet metal fairing that is attached to an airplane propeller boss and revolves with it
4
: a movable arrow that is spun on its dial to indicate the number or kind of moves a player may make in a board game
5
: spin doctor

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If unpacking into hotel drawers isn't your style, the VersaPack+ carry-on spinner keeps everything compartmentalized from departure through arrival. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026 This Vera Bradley spinner is particularly a great find because its diamond pattern looks quilted and very upscale. — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 10 Aug. 2026 The researchers found the mixture overall removed more parasites from both berries, but not a significant amount more than cleaning the berries in a salad spinner. — Elyssa Kaufman, CBS News, 4 Aug. 2026 Off-break bowler Sajid Khan returned 4-85 while left-arm spinner Ali Usman, playing in his second test, Mohammad Ali and Ubaid Shah claimed two wickets apiece. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for spinner

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of spinner was in the 13th century

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spinner

noun
spin·​ner ˈspin-ər How to pronounce spinner (audio)
1
: one that spins
2
: a fishing lure that spins when drawn through the water

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