Spindle
noun'spɪndəl
Noun
(biology) tiny fibers that are seen in cell division; the fibers radiate from two poles and meet at the equator in the middle
“chromosomes are distributed by spindles in mitosis and meiosis”
Type of:FibreFiberany holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object
Similar:Spikeany of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts
a piece of wood that has been turned on a lathe; used as a baluster, chair leg, etc.
Type of:Piecea stick or pin used to twist the yarn in spinning
Type of:Stick
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