spinout

/ˈspɪnaʊt/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who has lost control of a vehicle, especially a car, and is spinning out of control.

“The police had to deal with several spinouts on the icy roads.”

2. verb

to spin out of control, especially a vehicle.

“The car spun out and crashed into the guardrail.”

3. verb

to move or go out of control, especially in a chaotic or disorganized manner.

“The project spun out of control due to lack of planning.”

Synonyms

  • jackknife
  • skid
  • spin

Antonyms

  • recover
  • regain