Whirlpool
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈwɝlpul/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Whirlpool is a noun meaning A swirling body of water.
Meaning
A swirling body of water.
More Meanings
- A hot tub, a jacuzzi.
- A state of turmoil, or agitated excitement.
- (intransitive) To spin or swirl like the water in a whirlpool.
Example Sentences
The meatloaf has been cooking in the oven for the last hour and should be ready just about the time George climbs out of the whirlpool.
A whirlpool is an instance of a vortex produced by ocean tides, or by a hole underneath where the water would drain out, such as in a bathtub.
Word Forms
- whirlpools
- whirlpooling
- whirlpooled
Synonyms for whirlpool
Depending on context, synonyms include maelstrom, purl, vortex, whirl, swirl, gurge.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include maelstrom, swirl, vortex, whirl, gurge, purl.
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