spin

/spɪn/ · noun

Meaning

Rapid circular motion.
A quantum angular momentum associated with subatomic particles, which also creates a magnetic moment.
A favourable comment or interpretation intended to bias opinion on an otherwise unpleasant situation.
Rotation of the ball as it flies through the air; sideways movement of the ball as it bounces.
A condition of flight where a stalled aircraft is simultaneously pitching, yawing and rolling in a spinning motion.
A brief trip by vehicle, especially one made for pleasure.
To rotate, revolve, gyrate (usually quickly); to partially or completely rotate to face another direction.
To make yarn by twisting and winding fibers together.
To present, describe, or interpret, or to introduce a bias or slant, so as to give something a favorable or advantageous appearance.
(of a bowler) To make the ball move sideways when it bounces on the pitch.
(of a ball) To move sideways when bouncing.
To form into thin strips or ribbons, as with sugar

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