How to Pronounce "spin doctor"
expression
ˈspɪn/ /ˈdɑktɝ/, /ˈdɔktɝ
SPIN DOK-ter
spˈɪn/ /dˈɒktɐ
spin DOK-tuh
Definition
A spin doctor is a person, usually working in politics, whose job is to control and influence how news and information are presented to make their side look better.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɪn/ /ˈdɑktɝ/, /ˈdɔktɝ
British English
spˈɪn/ /dˈɒktɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPIN DOK-ter
UK
spin DOK-tuh
Listen in Context
The politician hired a spin doctor to handle the press.
Many believe that spin doctors change the story to protect their clients.
A spin doctor suggested new words to improve the leader’s image.
After the scandal, the spin doctors worked overnight to write the press release.