First Known Use: 14th century
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1swirl
verb \ˈswər(-ə)l\
: to move in circles or to cause (something) to move in circles
Full 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
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Origin of SWIRL
Middle English
2swirl
noun
: a twisting or swirling movement, form, or object
: a state of busy movement or activity
Full Definition of SWIRL
1
a : a whirling mass or motion : eddy b : whirling confusion <a swirl of events>
2
: a twisting shape, mark, or pattern
3
: an act or instance of swirling
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First Known Use of SWIRL
15th century
SWIRLINGLY Defined for Kids
1swirl
verb \ˈswərl\
swirledswirl·ing
Definition of SWIRL for Kids
: to move with a spinning or twisting motion
2swirl
noun
Definition of SWIRL for Kids
1
: a spinning mass or motion : eddy <a swirl of water>
2
: busy movement or activity <She got caught up in the swirl of events.>
3
: a twisting shape or mark <The ice cream has chocolate swirls.>
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