Noun Definition

spin

1.Definition: a distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion)

"The campaign put a favorable spin on the story"

Category: General

2.Definition: a short drive in a car

"He took the new car for a spin"

Category: General

3.Definition: a swift whirling motion (usually of a missile)

Category: General

4.Definition: rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral

Related Noun(s):tailspin

Category: General

5.Definition: the act of rotating rapidly

"He gave the crank a spin", "It broke off after much twisting"

Related Noun(s):twirl, twist, whirl

Category: General