Definition of Swirl
Swirl
swirl
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to move in a twisting, whirling, or spiraling pattern, or to cause to move in such a manner;
e.g. The strong winds caused the ocean water to swirl, tossing the ship around.
(verb)
to have a convolution, deviation, or twist in one's path;
e.g. The wires swirl to one side at this point in the wall.
(noun)
a twisting, spinning, spiraling motion;
e.g. He disappeared with a swirl of his cape.
(noun)
a mass or quantity of something moving with a twirling whirling motion;
e.g. There was a swirl of cream in the strong coffee.
(noun)
a twisted or spiraling pattern or mark;
e.g. There was a swirl of red thread stitched onto the pocket of the shirt.
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