swirl
//swɜːl//
Verb
swirlInfinitive
swirlPresent tense
swirledPast tense
swirledPast participle
swirlingPresent participle
swirlsThird-person singular
1
To move in a twisting or spiraling pattern, often rapidly.
The autumn leaves swirled in the wind.
2
To cause something to move in a circular or spiraling motion.
She swirled the wine in her glass before taking a sip.
Noun
swirlSingular
swirlsPlural
1
A twisting or spiraling movement or pattern.
The artist painted beautiful swirls of color on the canvas.
2
A shape or mark consisting of a spiral or curving pattern.
The artist painted beautiful swirls on the canvas.