Synonyms for whorl

Synonyms for (noun) whorl

Synonyms: coil, spiral, helix, whorl, volute

Definition: a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops

Usage: a coil of rope

Similar words: structure, construction

Definition: a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts

Usage: the structure consisted of a series of arches; she wore her hair in an amazing construction of whirls and ribbons


Synonyms: whorl, lock, ringlet, curl

Definition: a strand or cluster of hair

Similar words: hair

Definition: a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

Usage: he combed his hair; each hair consists of layers of dead keratinized cells


Synonyms: curl, curlicue, coil, gyre, whorl, ringlet, scroll, roll

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

Similar words: round shape

Definition: a shape that is curved and without sharp angles


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