upwhirl

/ˈʌpwɜːrl/

Definitions

1. noun

A swirling or whirling motion upwards, often of a liquid or gas, especially in a small, confined area.

“The upwhirl created by the sink’s drain made it difficult to clean.”

2. verb

To cause or move something to swirl or whirling upwards, often in a small, confined area.

“The water upwhirled as the drain was opened.”

Synonyms

  • eddy
  • swirl
  • whirl

Antonyms

  • descend
  • settle