Meaning of the word whorl in English
What does whorl mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
whorl
US /wɝːl/
UK /wɜːl/
Noun
1.
a circular arrangement of leaves, petals, or branches radiating from a single point on a stem
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The plant had a beautiful whorl of leaves at its base.
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Each flower displayed a perfect whorl of petals.
2.
a pattern of spirals or concentric circles
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The fingerprint showed a distinct whorl pattern.
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Her hair fell in soft whorls around her face.
Verb
to form into a whorl or spiral
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The smoke began to whorl upwards into the sky.
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Her long hair would often whorl around her shoulders.