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Meaning of whirlpool
a body of water turned or moving in a circular motion
Etymology of whirlpool
The word "whirlpool" originated in the mid-16th century, from the verb "whirl" (meaning to move quickly around a central point) and "pool" (meaning a small body of still water)
Historically, the term was used to describe powerful oceanic or riverine currents that could pose a threat to ships or swimmers
Synonyms
eddy
vortex
maelstrom
whirl
swirl
spiral
gyre
pool
currents
turbulence
twirl
spin
rotate
turn
circle
cycle
revolution
rotation
gyration
twist
curl
wave
surge
gush
flood
torrent
rapid
cascade
cataract
waterfall
torrential
deluge
spout
geyser
fountain
jet
spurt
siphon
undertow
rip
tide
current
floodwater
overflow
inundation
deluge
surge
billow
wavelet
ripple
undulation
oscillation
fluctuation
pulse
beat
throb
quiver
tremor
shiver
shudder
Definitions
- A body of water turned or moving in a circular motion, especially one that pulls objects or people towards its centre
- * A situation or process that pulls everything towards its centre, often in a way that is difficult to control or escape
Usage Examples
- The strong whirlpool in the river made it difficult for the swimmer to stay afloat
- * The company is being pulled into a financial whirlpool and is struggling to stay solvent
- * The whirlpool in the bathtub created a soothing and relaxing experience