Meaning & Definition of word "Whirling"

Whirling

/ˈhwɜːrlɪŋ/

1. To move rapidly in a circular or spiraling motion.
- Example: The leaves were whirling in the wind during the storm.
2. To rotate or spin quickly.
- Example: The dancer was whirling gracefully across the stage.
3. To cause to spin or rotate rapidly.
- Example: She was whirling the hula hoop around her hips effortlessly.

1. Moving in a rapid, spinning motion.
- Example: The whirling fan generated a cool breeze in the room.
2. Characterized by a rapid or chaotic movement.
- Example: 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.

whirl:

To turn or spin around quickly.

twirl:

To spin or rotate rapidly.

spin:

To turn around rapidly.

rotate:

To turn around a central point.

Meaning: To be overwhelmed or confused.

● Example Sentence: After the meeting, my brain was whirling with all the new information.

Meaning: To party energetically or wildly.

● Example Sentence: We spent the night whirling at the dance club.