Meaning of 'Spin a yarn'
What does the saying 'Spin a yarn' mean?
Idiom: Spin a yarn
Meaning:
If someone spins a yarn, they tell a story, usually a long or fanciful one.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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