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Spinning wheel
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a device used in spinning that consists of a rotating wheel, a spindle, and a flyer, used to spin fibers
What is a "spinning wheel"?
A spinning wheel is a tool used to spin fibers into yarn or thread. It consists of a large wheel connected to a spindle and a flyer. The wheel is turned by hand or with a foot pedal, which causes the spindle to spin and twist the fibers into a continuous strand. The flyer helps guide the yarn onto a spool or bobbin. Spinning wheels are used in textile crafts to create yarn for knitting, weaving, and other projects, allowing for efficient and controlled spinning of various fiber types.
Example
The potter's hands skillfully formed the wet clay on the spinning wheel.
Using a traditional spinning wheel, the weaver spun wool fibers into yarn.
He spun the wool into yarn using an old-fashioned spinning wheel.
The potter skillfully rounded the clay on the spinning wheel, creating a perfectly shaped bowl.
Working at the silk spinning wheel, the artisan spun silk fibers into luxurious threads.
