Definitions

1. verb

to move or turn in a rotating or spiral motion; to form a spiral or whorl shape

“The leaves swirled around her feet as she danced in the garden.”

2. noun

a rotating or spiral motion, especially of air or water

“The whirlpool created a massive swirl in the ocean.”

3. noun

a spiral or whorl shape, especially of something that is growing or developing

“The pattern of the flowers created a beautiful swirl on the wall.”

4. verb

to cause something to move or turn in a rotating or spiral motion

“The wind swirled the sand into a giant dune.”

5. noun

a confusing or unclear situation, especially in a social or emotional sense

“The drama of the situation created a swirl of emotions within me.”