Swirl
Pronunciation: /ˈswɜːrl/
Swirl (verb)
- to move in a twisting or circular way, often in the air or water.
- 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)
- a shape or pattern that twists in circles, like a spiral.
- 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.