Definition of Spindle

  • 1. (biology) tiny fibers that are seen in cell division; the fibers radiate from two poles and meet at the equator in the middle Noun
  • 2. A piece of wood that has been turned on a lathe; used as a baluster, chair leg, etc. Noun
  • 3. Any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts Noun
  • 4. A stick or pin used to twist the yarn in spinning Noun
  • 5. Any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object Noun

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