Definitions

1. noun

a curved or twisted shape, especially one that is rounded at the ends

“The curl of the wave crashed against the shore.”

2. verb

to twist or turn something into a curved shape; to shape or style hair into a curved shape

“She curled her hair into tight ringlets for the party.”

3. verb

to twist or turn something around a central axis

“The rope curled around the pole.”

4. noun

a twisted or curved piece of hair, especially one that is styled or shaped

“The girl’s curly hair was a trademark of her beauty.”