tailspin — a rapid descent or decline, especially an uncontrolled downward spiral
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a rapid descent or decline, especially an uncontrolled downward spiral
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈteɪlspɪn/
Korean meaning: 급격한 하락, 통제 불능의 나선형 추락
Korean pronunciation: 테일-스핀 (강세: 테일)
Example Sentences
- My diet went into a complete tailspin when I discovered the cookie jar.
- The stock market entered a tailspin following the unexpected announcement.
- Her life went into a tailspin after she accidentally replied 'you too' when the waiter said 'enjoy your meal.'
tailspin
NOUN//ˈteɪlspɪn//
a rapid descent or decline, especially an uncontrolled downward spiral
Uncontrolled downward spiral situation
When the tail breaks, the deadly spin begins!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
20세기 초 항공 용어에서 유래. 비행기의 꼬리(tail)가 회전(spin)하는 모습에서 나온 합성어로, 나중에 비유적 의미로 확장되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“My diet went into a complete tailspin when I discovered the cookie jar.”
“The stock market entered a tailspin following the unexpected announcement.”
“Her life went into a tailspin after she accidentally replied 'you too' when the waiter said 'enjoy your meal.'”
“The company's reputation went into a tailspin after the data breach.”
“My productivity enters a tailspin every time someone brings donuts to the office.”
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