spin

(noun) a swift whirling motion (usually of a missile).

(noun) the act of rotating rapidly. Synonyms: twirl, twist, twisting, whirl. Examples: "He gave the crank a spin." "It broke off after much twisting."

(noun) a short drive in a car. Example: "He took the new car for a spin."

(noun) rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral. Synonyms: tailspin.

(noun) a distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion). Example: "The campaign put a favorable spin on the story."

(verb) revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis. Synonyms: spin around, whirl, reel, gyrate. Example: "The dervishes whirl around and around without getting dizzy."

(verb) stream in jets, of liquids. Example: "The creek spun its course through the woods."

(verb) cause to spin. Synonyms: whirl, birl, twirl. Example: "Spin a coin."

(verb) make up a story. Example: "Spin a yarn."

(verb) form a web by making a thread. Example: "Spiders spin a fine web."

(verb) work natural fibers into a thread. Example: "Spin silk."

(verb) twist and turn so as to give an intended interpretation. Example: "The president's spokesmen had to spin the story to make it less embarrassing."

(verb) prolong or extend. Synonyms: spin out. Example: "Spin out a visit."