spinning
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/ˈspɪnɪŋ/
(spin)
rapid rotation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'spinning' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'spinnan,' where 'spinnan' meant 'to draw out and twist fibers into thread.'
Historical Evolution
'spinnan' transformed into the Middle English word 'spinnen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'spin.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to draw out and twist fibers into thread,' but over time it evolved to include the general act of rotating rapidly.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of making yarn or thread by twisting fibers together.
Spinning is an essential part of textile production.
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Verb 1
the act of rotating rapidly around an axis.
The dancer was spinning gracefully on stage.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41