spin doctor

/ˌspɪn ˈdɑktər/
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Definitions of spin doctor
  1. noun
    a public relations person who tries to forestall negative publicity by publicizing a favorable interpretation of the words or actions of a company or political party or famous person
    “his title is Director of Communications but he is just a spin doctor”
    synonyms: spinmeister
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    type of:
    public relations person
    a person employed to establish and promote a favorable relationship with the public
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