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WHORL

(noun, verb)
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There are 4 meanings of the word Whorl.

Whorl - as a noun

A round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
coil6curl6curlicue12gyre8ringlet8roll4scroll8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
round shape
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lock of hair in the shape of a spiral or curl

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
curl6ringlet8

A structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops

Example: "A coil of rope"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
coil6helix15spiral8volute9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
construction16structure11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Whorl - as a verb

To form a pattern of concentric circles.

Example Sentences

"The whorl of a fingerprint is unique to each individual."
"The snail shell had a beautiful whorl pattern."
"She studied the whorls in the tree bark, fascinated by their intricate designs."
"The investigator examined the whorl left behind at the crime scene."
"The potter carefully shaped the clay into a whorl on the top of the vase."
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Word Game Points

Is WHORL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, whorl is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WHORL has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is WHORL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, whorl is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WHORL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is WHORL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, whorl is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WHORL has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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