What does whirly mean?
Whirly means (informal) Visually suggestive of a swirl, whorl, or vortex..
Whirly
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(informal) Visually suggestive of a swirl, whorl, or vortex..
Definitions by Sense
- (informal) Visually suggestive of a swirl, whorl, or vortex.
- (informal) That moves in a whirling motion.
- A snowy whirlwind in the Antarctic.
Example Sentences
The whirly pattern on the wallpaper.
The whirly blades on top of a helicopter.
He was studying this brolga dance which was being performed with the accompaniment of a whirly haze of dust sprayed from the rusty wrecks of car bodies strewn over the flats behind them.
Synonyms for whirly
Antonyms for whirly
Related Words
Word Forms
- whirlier
- whirliest
- whirlies
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for whirly?
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What is the opposite of whirly?
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How do you use whirly in a sentence?
The whirly pattern on the wallpaper.
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