spindom

noun — 2 senses

spindom

noun

Etymology From spin + -dom.

1

Humorous, Nonce word The realm, territory, or sphere of spinning.

  • I would LOVE to learn how to spin, congrats on taking the first step towards spindom!!!2007, Spindles Etc. « The Knerdy Knitter
2

The realm, territory, or sphere of political spin.

  • He was curmudgeonly about the level of spin that journalists were putting on Verdi 'celebrations' during his lifetime; the present levels of spindom would have him gnawing the woodwork.2001, George Henry Hubert Lascelles Harewood (Earl of), Opera
  • Wal-Mart is driving could-have-been-Pulizer-prizewinning newshounds to a life of inglorious spindom.2006, No: It's all Sam's fault

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