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

To get your produce nice and dry before storing it in the fridge, use your trusty salad spinner to toss off any excess moisture. —Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025

This 28-inch suitcase is made of lightweight, durable ABS with 360-degree spinner wheels for easy maneuverability. —Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 2 Oct. 2025

Younger tots will flip for the colorful spinner and activity book, while older kids can express themselves by coloring and drawing. —Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025

Dry thoroughly using a salad spinner or clean paper towels. —Danielle Zickl, Health, 26 Sep. 2025

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