the discipline that studies the English language and literature | the act of rotating rapidly |
an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries | a short drive in a car |
(sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist | rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral |
the people of England | a distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion) |
| a swift whirling motion (usually of a missile) |