Spin ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Spin ( verb )

1. To rotate quickly and continuously around an axis.
2. To cause to rotate by turning a handle or knob.
3. To make (something) rotate quickly and continuously around an axis.
4. To create or tell a particular version of a story or event.
5. To make a particular impression or have a particular effect.

Origin:

From the old english word spinnan, meaning "to draw out and twist fibers".

Examples:

1. The top spun for a long time before it finally stopped.
2. She spun the dial on the safe to open it.
3. The dancers were spinning on the dance floor.
4. The company tried to spin the story to make it sound better.
5. The politician was trying to spin the situation to their advantage.

(As a noun)

Spin ( noun )

1. To rotate quickly and continuously around an axis.
2. To cause to rotate by turning a handle or knob.
3. To make (something) rotate quickly and continuously around an axis.
4. To create or tell a particular version of a story or event.
5. To make a particular impression or have a particular effect.

Origin:

From the old english word spinnan, meaning "to draw out and twist fibers".

Examples:

1. The top spun for a long time before it finally stopped.
2. She spun the dial on the safe to open it.
3. The dancers were spinning on the dance floor.
4. The company tried to spin the story to make it sound better.
5. The politician was trying to spin the situation to their advantage.