whirl
//wɜːl//
Verb
whirlInfinitive
whirlPresent tense
whirledPast tense
whirledPast participle
whirlingPresent participle
whirlsThird-person singular
1
To move or cause to move rapidly in a circular motion.
The leaves whirled in the wind.
2
To turn or spin quickly around a central point.
The leaves whirled in the wind.
3
To move or go somewhere very quickly.
She whirled out of the room to answer the phone.
Noun
whirlSingular
whirlsPlural
1
A rapid circular movement or rotation.
The leaves caught in a whirl of wind.
2
A state of confusion or mental turmoil.
My mind was in a whirl after hearing the unexpected news.
3
A brief attempt or trial of something.
I've never tried skiing before, but I'll give it a whirl.