SPINDLES Synonyms
There are 7 hypernyms of the word spindles. (close relations)
Definition of SPINDLES
Best Alternative Words for SPINDLES
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| arbor | nounn | |||||||
noun • tree (as opposed to shrub) • any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts • a framework that supports climbing plants | ||||||||
| mandrel | nounn | |||||||
noun • any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts | ||||||||
| mandril | nounn | |||||||
noun • any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts | ||||||||
| spike | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a transient variation in voltage or current • sports equipment consisting of a sharp point on the sole of a shoe worn by athletes • fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn • (botany) an indeterminate inflorescence bearing sessile flowers on an unbranched axis • a sharp rise followed by a sharp decline • a very high narrow heel on women's shoes • each of the sharp points on the soles of athletic shoes to prevent slipping (or the shoes themselves) • a sharp-pointed projection along the top of a fence or wall (or a dinosaur) • a long, thin sharp-pointed implement (wood or metal) • any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object • a large stout nail verb • stand in the way of • pierce with a sharp stake or point • secure with spikes • bring forth a spike or spikes • add alcohol to (beverages) • manifest a sharp increase | ||||||||
| spindle tree | nounn | |||||||
noun • any shrubby trees or woody vines of the genus Euonymus having showy usually reddish berries | ||||||||
