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Spindle

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Definitions for Spindle

noun
(biology) tiny fibers that are seen in cell division
Examples
  1. the fibers radiate from two poles and meet at the equator in the middle
  2. chromosomes are distributed by spindles in mitosis and meiosis
noun
a piece of wood that has been turned on a lathe
Examples
  1. used as a baluster, chair leg, etc.
noun
any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts
Synonyms
noun
a stick or pin used to twist the yarn in spinning
noun
any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object
Synonyms
Examples
  1. the spike pierced the receipts and held them in order

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