spinner
UK: ˈspɪnə | US: ˈspɪnər
n. a person or device that spins fibers into thread or yarn
n. a fishing lure designed to rotate in the water
n. (informal) a small, handheld toy that spins around a central axis
The word "spinner" originates from the Old English "spinnan," meaning "to draw out and twist fibers." The suffix "-er" is a productive agentive suffix in English, used to form nouns indicating a person or thing performing an action. Over time, "spinner" expanded beyond textile contexts to describe rotating objects (e.g., fishing lures, toys) due to the shared logic of rotational motion.
The artisan worked as a spinner, transforming wool into fine yarn.
He attached a shiny spinner to his fishing line to attract bass.
The child played with a fidget spinner during class.
Modern spinners in textile factories operate at high speeds.
The dancer twirled like a spinner, captivating the audience.