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SPINDLING

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Spindling.

Spindling - as a noun

(biology) tiny fibers that are seen in cell division; the fibers radiate from two poles and meet at the equator in the middle

Example: "Chromosomes are distributed by spindles in mitosis and meiosis"

A piece of wood that has been turned on a lathe; used as a baluster, chair leg, etc.

Any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arbor7mandrel10mandril10

A stick or pin used to twist the yarn in spinning

Any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object

Example: "The spike pierced the receipts and held them in order"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
spike11

Spindling - as a verb

To make into a long tapered shape.

To take on a long tapered shape.

To impale on a device for holding paper documents.

Example: "Do not fold, spindle or mutilate this document."

Spindling - as an adjective

Spindly; very long and slender

Example: "A spindling boy"

Example Sentences

"The spindling tree struggled to grow in the rocky soil."
"The spindling blades of grass waved in the gentle breeze."
"They entered a spindling house with a narrow staircase."
"The spindling bookshelf was filled with old and dusty books."
"She noticed a spindling crack in the window pane."
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Word Game Points

Is SPINDLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, spindling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SPINDLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is SPINDLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spindling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SPINDLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is SPINDLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, spindling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SPINDLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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