spirale

/spiʁal/

Definitions

1. noun

a spiral shape or curve; a spiral staircase or staircase with a curved shape

“The designer used a unique spirale pattern for the interior of the building.”

2. verb

to twist or turn in a spiral shape

“The thread spirale around the needle as the fabric was being sewn.”

3. verb

to rise or grow in a spiral shape

“The plant spirale up the trellis, reaching the top in a few weeks.”

Synonyms

  • helix
  • spiral

Antonyms

  • linear
  • straight