noun
Uncommon
spins
spihnz
Spins (noun) means a dizzy, spinning sensation, often after drinking too much alcohol. Example: “He lay down because he had the spins after the party.”
noun
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A dizzy, spinning sensation, often after drinking too much alcohol.
"He lay down because he had the spins after the party."
How to use spins
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA dizzy feeling like the room is spinning, common after heavy drinking.
When to use it
Informal; almost always used as "the spins."
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Word forms
- Plural
- the spins
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Rhymes for spins
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What does “spins” mean?
The word “spins” means a dizzy, spinning sensation, often after drinking too much alcohol. In plain terms, a dizzy feeling like the room is spinning, common after heavy drinking.
How do you pronounce “spins”?
“Spins” is pronounced spihnz (/spɪnz/ in IPA).
How do you use “spins” in a sentence?
Here is “spins” used in a sentence: “He lay down because he had the spins after the party.”
What part of speech is “spins”?
“Spins” is a noun.
Is “spins” a common word?
“Spins” is an uncommon word in modern English.
