Swirl

Pronunciation: /ˈswɜːrl/

Swirl (verb)

  1. to move in a twisting or circular way, often in the air or water.
  2. to spread or move quickly in a twisting way, like rumors or smoke.

Examples

  • Leaves swirl in the autumn wind.
  • The water swirls down the drain.

Common collocations: swirl around, swirl gently, swirl rapidly, swirl through, swirl around

Swirl (noun)

  1. a shape or pattern that twists in circles, like a spiral.
  2. a movement that goes around in circles, often seen in water or air.

Examples

  • The artist painted a swirl of colors.
  • A swirl of smoke rose from the chimney.

Synonyms of Swirl

Neutral

Antonyms of Swirl

  • when describing motion or movement