spinner

noun

spin·​ner ˈspi-nər 

1

: one that spins

2

: a fisherman's lure consisting of a spoon, blade, or set of wings that revolves when drawn through the water

3

: a conical sheet metal fairing that is attached to an airplane propeller boss and revolves with it

4

: a movable arrow that is spun on its dial to indicate the number or kind of moves a player may make in a board game

5

: spin doctor

Examples of spinner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This compact spinner is suitable for short weekend trips, long international flights, and everything in between. —Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026

The area where the attack took place is known for spinner sharks, but local reports identified the shark in question as a tiger shark, according to Spanish outlet Diario Sur. —Adam England, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026

Crafted from durable metal and finished in rich copper and blue-green patina tones, this spinner is an eye-catching decoration for your backyard or garden. —Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 29 Apr. 2026

This Oxo spinner remains one of the most reliable options, with a smooth pump mechanism and sturdy construction that holds up better than most. —Jennifer Zyman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing spinner

• money-spinner
• spinner dolphin
• web spinner

Rhymes for spinner

• dinner
• inner
• pinner
• sinner
• thinner
• tinner
• winner
• beginner
• breadwinner

Kids Definition

spinner

noun

spin·​ner ˈspin-ər 

1

: one that spins

2

: a fishing lure that spins when drawn through the water