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whirlpool

UK /ˈwɜːlpuːl/US /ˈwɝlpul/

noun 3
verb 1
forms 3

noun3

•
A swirling body of water.
- A whirlpool is an instance of a vortex produced by ocean tides, or by a hole underneath where the water would drain out, such as in a bathtub.
(figurative) A state of turmoil or agitated excitement.
•
A hot tub, a jacuzzi.
- The meatloaf has been cooking in the oven for the last hour and should be ready just about the time George climbs out of the whirlpool. — 1995

verb1

To spin or swirl like the water in a whirlpool.

forms

whirlpooled · whirlpooling · whirlpools

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