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1. (noun) spindle
(biology) tiny fibers that are seen in cell division; the fibers radiate from two poles and meet at the equator in the middle
Synonyms: mandril, spike, arbor, mandrel

2. (noun) spindle
a piece of wood that has been turned on a lathe; used as a baluster, chair leg, etc.
Synonyms: mandril, spike, arbor, mandrel

3. (noun) spindle, mandrel, mandril, arbor
any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts
Synonyms: arbour, bower, mandril, arbor, spike, spindle, pergola, mandrel

4. (noun) spindle
a stick or pin used to twist the yarn in spinning
Synonyms: mandril, spike, arbor, mandrel

5. (noun) spike, spindle
any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object
Synonyms: capitulum, stiletto heel, ear, mandril, arbor, spike, spindle, spike heel, mandrel

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