TWIRLS Synonyms
There are 16 hypernyms of the word twirls. (close relations)
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gyrates | verbv | |||||||
verb • to wind or move in a spiral course • revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis | ||||||||
pirouettes | verbv | |||||||
noun • (ballet) a rapid spin of the body (especially on the toes as in ballet) verb • do a pirouette, usually as part of a dance | ||||||||
reels | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a roll of photographic film holding a series of frames to be projected by a movie projector • music composed for dancing a reel • winder consisting of a revolving spool with a handle; attached to a fishing rod • a winder around which thread or tape or film or other flexible materials can be wound • a lively dance of Scottish Highlanders; marked by circular moves and gliding steps • an American country dance which starts with the couples facing each other in two lines verb • walk as if unable to control one's movements • revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis • wind onto or off a reel | ||||||||
revolves | verbv | |||||||
verb • turn on or around an axis or a center • move in an orbit • cause to move by turning over or in a circular manner of as if on an axis | ||||||||
rotates | verbv | |||||||
verb • turn on or around an axis or a center • exchange on a regular basis • perform a job or duty on a rotating basis • cause to turn on an axis or center • turn outward • plant or grow in a fixed cyclic order of succession | ||||||||
spins | verbv | |||||||
noun • a swift whirling motion (usually of a missile) • the act of rotating rapidly • a short drive in a car • rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral • a distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion) verb • revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis • stream in jets, of liquids • cause to spin • make up a story • form a web by making a thread • work natural fibers into a thread • twist and turn so as to give an intended interpretation • prolong or extend | ||||||||
spirals | nounn | |||||||
noun • a plane curve traced by a point circling about the center but at increasing distances from the center • a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle • a continuously accelerating change in the economy • ornament consisting of a curve on a plane that winds around a center with an increasing distance from the center • a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops • flying downward in a helical path with a large radius adjective satellite • in the shape of a coil verb • to wind or move in a spiral course • form a spiral • move in a spiral or zigzag course | ||||||||
swirls | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the shape of something rotating rapidly verb • turn in a twisting or spinning motion • flow in a circular current, of liquids | ||||||||
turns | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a circular segment of a curve • the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course • (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession • an unforeseen development • a movement in a new direction • the act of turning away or in the opposite direction • turning or twisting around (in place) • a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) • (sports) a division of a game during which one team is on the offensive • a short performance that is part of a longer program • a favor for someone • taking a short walk out and back verb • to change orientation or direction • undergo a transformation or a change of position or action • undergo a change or development • cause to move around or rotate • change to the contrary • pass to the other side of • pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become • let (something) fall or spill from a container • move around an axis or a center • cause to move around a center so as to show another side of • to send or let go • to break and turn over earth especially with a plow • shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel • change color • twist suddenly so as to sprain • cause to change or turn into something different;assume new characteristics • accomplish by rotating • get by buying and selling • cause to move along an axis or into a new direction • channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something • cause (an object) to assume a crooked or angular form • alter the functioning or setting of • direct at someone • have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to • go sour or spoil • become officially one year older | ||||||||
twizzles | verbv | |||||||
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whirls | verbv | |||||||
noun • confused movement • the shape of something rotating rapidly • a usually brief attempt • the act of rotating rapidly verb • turn in a twisting or spinning motion • cause to spin • flow in a circular current, of liquids • revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis • fly around | ||||||||
whizzes | verb, adverb, nounv, adv, n | |||||||
noun • A whirring or hissing sound (as above). • Someone who is remarkably skilled at something. • (especially with the verb "take") An act of urination. • Amphetamine. • (with "the") Pickpocketing. verb • To make a whirring or hissing sound, similar to that of an object speeding through the air. • To rush or move swiftly with such a sound. • To throw or spin rapidly. • To urinate. | ||||||||
whirl | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • confused movement • the shape of something rotating rapidly • a usually brief attempt • the act of rotating rapidly verb • turn in a twisting or spinning motion • cause to spin • flow in a circular current, of liquids • revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis • fly around | ||||||||
spin | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a swift whirling motion (usually of a missile) • the act of rotating rapidly • a short drive in a car • rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral • a distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion) verb • revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis • stream in jets, of liquids • cause to spin • make up a story • form a web by making a thread • work natural fibers into a thread • twist and turn so as to give an intended interpretation • prolong or extend | ||||||||
twist | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an unforeseen development • an interpretation of a text or action • any clever maneuver • the act of rotating rapidly • a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments • a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight • a circular segment of a curve • a miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself • a jerky pulling movement • a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair • social dancing in which couples vigorously twist their hips and arms in time to the music; was popular in the 1960s • the act of winding or twisting • turning or twisting around (in place) verb • to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) • cause (an object) to assume a crooked or angular form • turn in the opposite direction • form into a spiral shape • form into twists • extend in curves and turns • do the twist • twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates • practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive • twist suddenly so as to sprain | ||||||||
birl | nounn | |||||||
verb • cause a floating log to rotate by treading • cause to spin | ||||||||
kink | nounn | |||||||
noun • a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (`rick' and `wrick' are British) • a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight • a person with unusual sexual tastes • an eccentric idea • a difficulty or flaw in a plan or operation verb • curl tightly • form a curl, curve, or kink | ||||||||
swirl | verbv | |||||||
noun • the shape of something rotating rapidly verb • turn in a twisting or spinning motion • flow in a circular current, of liquids | ||||||||
twiddle | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a series of small (usually idle) twists or turns verb • turn in a twisting or spinning motion • manipulate, as in a nervous or unconscious manner | ||||||||
twisting | verb, adjectivev, adj | |||||||
noun • the act of distorting something so it seems to mean something it was not intended to mean • the act of rotating rapidly adjective satellite • marked by repeated turns and bends |