Spin (Noun)
Meaning 1
A swift whirling motion (usually of a missile).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The rugby player imparted a tricky spin to the ball as he kicked it, making it hard to catch.
- The toy top spun wildly around its central axis as the string was wound tight.
- As the boxer delivered a vicious kick, her opponent could only flail as he spun wildly backwards.
- In martial arts classes, instructors taught the best techniques to maximize spin for power kicks.
- Air pressure unevenness and temperature gave an accidental but important aerodynamic spin to her shots, netting perfect kills
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Meaning 2
The act of rotating rapidly; "he gave the crank a spin"; "it broke off after much twisting".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
A short drive in a car; "he took the new car for a spin".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 4
A distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion); "the campaign put a favorable spin on the story".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 5
Rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.