Vocabulary Entry

spinster

|noun • verb

noun

A woman who is unmarried and typically older than the average marrying age.

Example Sentences

"In the past, a spinster was often viewed as an old maid."

"She embraced her identity as a proud spinster, focusing on her career."

"The novel featured a spinster who became a successful businesswoman."

verb

Example Sentences

"She spent the afternoon spinning wool to create a warm scarf."

"The artisan began to spin the fibers into intricate patterns."

"He enjoyed the quiet of the workshop as he spun the flax."