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Swirling - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Swirling describes a twisting, circular movement, like leaves spinning in the wind or water flowing in gentle spirals. It suggests continuous, graceful motion in a curved or spiral path.

swirling

/ˈswɜrlɪŋ/ /ˈswɜːlɪŋ/

Definition:

Moving in a twisting or spiraling motion, often rapidly or continuously.

Synonyms:

whirling, spinning, twirling, circling

Part of Speech:

adjective, noun, verb (present participle)

Antonyms:

still, motionless

Common Collocations:

swirling water, swirling leaves, swirling mist, swirling colors

Derivatives:

swirl, swirled, swirls

Usage Tips:

Use "swirling" to describe fluid or graceful circular movements, like wind or smoke.

Common Phrases:

swirling vortex, swirling emotions, swirling dance

Etymology:

Derived from Middle English "swirlen," meaning to whirl or eddy; related to Old Norse "svirla."

Examples:

  • 1. The leaves were swirling in the autumn breeze.
  • 2. She watched the smoke swirling up from the campfire.
  • 3. The dancer’s skirt was swirling as she spun around.
  • 4. A swarm of bees was swirling above the hive.

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