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spindle

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Noun — A slender rod used for spinning fiber into thread, or more generally, any rod or axis that something turns on.

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Etymology

From Old English spinel, related to spin — literally "a thing for spinning."

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What does “spindle” mean?

The word “spindle” means a slender rod used for spinning fiber into thread, or more generally, any rod or axis that something turns on. In plain terms, a rod used for spinning thread, or any axle-like rod that turns.

How do you pronounce “spindle”?

“Spindle” is pronounced SPIHN-duhl (/ˈspɪndəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “spindle” in a sentence?

Here is “spindle” used in a sentence: “She twirled wool onto the spindle by hand.”

What part of speech is “spindle”?

“Spindle” is a noun.

Where does the word “spindle” come from?

The word “spindle” comes from Old English. From Old English spinel, related to spin — literally "a thing for spinning.".

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