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:FibreFiber
  • any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object

    Similar:Spike
  • any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts

    Similar:ArborMandrelMandril
    Type of:Shaft
  • a piece of wood that has been turned on a lathe; used as a baluster, chair leg, etc.

    Type of:Piece
  • a stick or pin used to twist the yarn in spinning

    Type of:Stick

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