Swirl ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Swirl ( verb )

1. Move in a circular or spiral way, typically fast.
2. Cause (a liquid) to move in a circular or spiral way.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english geswirlian; akin to old high german swerveln to whirl.

Examples:

1. The leaves were swirling in the wind.
2. He swirled the wine in his glass.
3. She swirled the cream in her coffee.
4. The dancers were swirling around the room.
5. The water was swirling in the drain.

(As a noun)

Swirl ( noun )

1. Move in a circular or spiral way, typically fast.
2. Cause (a liquid) to move in a circular or spiral way.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english geswirlian; akin to old high german swerveln to whirl.

Examples:

1. The leaves were swirling in the wind.
2. He swirled the wine in his glass.
3. She swirled the cream in her coffee.
4. The dancers were swirling around the room.
5. The water was swirling in the drain.