Spiral ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Spiral ( noun )

1. A curve that gradually tightens, turning around a central point.
2. A helix, or a spiral curve or structure.
3. A gradual increase or decrease in something over a period of time.

Origin:

Mid 17th century: from french spirale or latin spiralis, from spira "coil".

Examples:

1. The staircase had a spiral design.
2. The spiral of the shell was beautiful.
3. The cost of living has been spiralling out of control.
4. The spiral galaxies are beautiful to see.
5. The spiral of the spring tightened as it was compressed.

(As a verb)

Spiral ( verb )

1. A curve that gradually tightens, turning around a central point.
2. A helix, or a spiral curve or structure.
3. A gradual increase or decrease in something over a period of time.

Origin:

Mid 17th century: from french spirale or latin spiralis, from spira "coil".

Examples:

1. The staircase had a spiral design.
2. The spiral of the shell was beautiful.
3. The cost of living has been spiralling out of control.
4. The spiral galaxies are beautiful to see.
5. The spiral of the spring tightened as it was compressed.