Noun: spinner spi-nu(r)
- Someone who spins (who twists fibers into threads)
"The skilled spinner created fine silk threads for luxury textiles";
- spinster, thread maker
- Board game equipment that consists of a dial and an arrow that is spun to determine the next move in the game
"The children eagerly took turns spinning the spinner during the board game"
- Fisherman's lure; revolves when drawn through the water
"The angler cast the spinner into the stream, hoping to attract trout"
Derived forms: spinners
Type of: fish lure, fisherman's lure, game equipment, maker, shaper
Part of: fishing gear, fishing rig, fishing tackle, rig, tackle
Encyclopedia: Spinner, Steve