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(spin-ning-jen-ny) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. an early spinning machine having more than one spindle enabling a person to spin a number of yarns simultaneously

Example Sentence

The spinning jenny could make several threads quickly. Spelled as two words.

Synonyms

spinning machine; spinning reel; spinning wheel; mule jenny

Antonyms

cotton gin

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