Whirling

/ˈhwɜːrlɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To move rapidly in a circular or spiraling motion.

The leaves were whirling in the wind during the storm.

To rotate or spin quickly.

The dancer was whirling gracefully across the stage.

To cause to spin or rotate rapidly.

She was whirling the hula hoop around her hips effortlessly.

adjective

Moving in a rapid, spinning motion.

The whirling fan generated a cool breeze in the room.

Characterized by a rapid or chaotic movement.

The whirling dervishes captivated the audience with their energetic dance.

From the verb 'whirl', with the suffix '-ing' indicating a continuous action.

whirling dervish:

A person who dances in a whirling manner, often in a trance-like state.

whirling around:

Moving rapidly in circles or in a chaotic manner.

whirling in confusion:

Being in a state of confusion, as though one's thoughts are spinning.

To be overwhelmed or confused.

After the meeting, my brain was whirling with all the new information.

To party energetically or wildly.

We spent the night whirling at the dance club.