Main Entry: ¹ed·dy

Pronunciation: \ˈe-dē\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural eddies

Etymology: Middle English (Scots) ydy, probably from Old Norse itha

Date: 15th century

1 a : a current of water or air running contrary to the main current; especially : a circular current : whirlpool b : something moving similarly
2 : a contrary or circular current (as of thought or policy)