twirl | Definition of twirl

twirl

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of twirl

1 to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis

absentmindedly twirled a lock of her hair around her finger

Synonyms of twirl

pivot, revolve, roll, rotate, spin, swing, swirl, swivel, turn, twist, wheel, whirl

Words Related to twirl

coil, crank, reel, wind

2 to move in circles around an axis or center

an ice-skater twirling in place

Synonyms of twirl

gyrate, pinwheel, pirouette, revolve, roll, rotate, spin, turn, wheel, whirl

Words Related to twirl

coil, curl, curve, round, spiral, swirl, twine, twist, wind

circle, circulate, encircle, orbit, ring