swirl

¹swirl

verb \ˈswər(-ə)l\

Definition of SWIRL

intransitive verb

1

a : to move with an eddying or whirling motion <swirling water> b : to pass in whirling confusion

2

: to have a twist or convolution

transitive verb

: to cause to swirl <swirled her drink>

— swirl·ing·ly \ˈswər-liŋ-lē\ adverb

Examples of SWIRL

1. The water swirled around the drain.
2. <kept swirling her lemonade until I thought the sound of clinking ice would drive me insane>

Origin of SWIRL

Middle English

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to SWIRL

Synonyms: agitate, churn, stir, wash, whirl

Related Words: beat, paddle, whip, whisk; reel, shake, wheel

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