Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spinning-jenny
Noun
/ˈspɪnɪŋ ˈdʒɛni/
Definition
A spinning jenny is a multi-spindle spinning frame that was invented to increase the production of yarn.
Examples
- The spinning jenny revolutionized the textile industry in the 18th century.
- Because of the spinning jenny, the time taken to produce yarn was drastically reduced.
- It is said that the spinning jenny played a crucial role in the Industrial Revolution.
Meaning
The spinning jenny significantly raised the efficiency of yarn production, allowing one worker to spin multiple spools of thread at once.
Synonyms
- spinning frame
- multi-spindle
- textile machine
