SPINNING TOP Synonyms
There are 3 hypernyms of the phrase spinning top. (close relations)
Definition of SPINNING TOP
Best Alternative Words for SPINNING TOP
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| teetotum | nounn | |||||||
noun • a conical child's plaything tapering to a steel point on which it can be made to spin | ||||||||
| top | verb, adverb, nounv, adv, n | |||||||
adjective • situated at the top or highest position noun • the upper part of anything • the highest or uppermost side of anything • the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) • the first half of an inning; while the visiting team is at bat • the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development • the greatest possible intensity • platform surrounding the head of a lower mast • a conical child's plaything tapering to a steel point on which it can be made to spin • covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container) • a garment (especially for women) that extends from the shoulders to the waist or hips • a canvas tent to house the audience at a circus performance verb • be superior or better than some standard • pass by, over, or under without making contact • be at the top of or constitute the top or highest point • be ahead of others; be the first • provide with a top or finish the top (of a structure) • reach or ascend the top of • strike (the top part of a ball in golf, baseball, or pool) giving it a forward spin • cut the top off • be the culminating event • finish up or conclude | ||||||||
| whirligig | nounn | |||||||
noun • a conical child's plaything tapering to a steel point on which it can be made to spin • a large, rotating machine with seats for children to ride on for amusement verb • whirl or spin like a whirligig | ||||||||
