to turn around and around, or to cause something or someone to turn: [ I ] The earth spins on its axis. [ I ] She heard footsteps behind her, and spun around to see who was there.

Dizziness that creates the false sense that you or your surroundings are spinning or moving is called vertigo. Dizziness is one of the more common reasons adults visit their doctors. Frequent dizzy spells or constant dizziness can significantly affect your life.