Definition of Whirling

1. Noun. The act of rotating in a circle or spiral.

Exact synonyms: Gyration
Generic synonyms: Rotary Motion, Rotation
Derivative terms: Gyrate, Gyrate, Whirl

Definition of Whirling

1. whirl [v] - See also: whirl

Medical Definition of Whirling

1. From Whirl, Whirling table. An apparatus provided with one or more revolving disks, with weights, pulleys, and other attachments, for illustrating the phenomena and laws of centrifugal force, and the like. A potter's wheel. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Whirling

Whirlaway
whirlbat
whirlbats
whirlbone
whirled
whirler
whirlers
whirlier
whirlies
whirliest
whirligig
whirligig
whirligigs
whirligig beetle
whirling (current term)
whirling (current term)
whirlings
whirling dervish
whirlpool
whirlpool
whirlpools
whirls
whirlwig
whirlwind
whirlwind
whirlwinds
whirly
whirlybird
whirlybirds
whirl around

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