whirlpool
0 antonyms and opposites of whirlpool, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A powerful, swirling current of water that pulls objects toward its centre.
How to use whirlpool
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A compound of whirl and pool, describing water that spins around itself instead of flowing straight.
Full origin of whirlpool →Frequently asked questions
What does “whirlpool” mean?
The word “whirlpool” means a powerful, swirling current of water that pulls objects toward its centre. In plain terms, a spinning current of water, or, informally, a jacuzzi-style hot tub.
How do you pronounce “whirlpool”?
“Whirlpool” is pronounced WURL-pool (/ˈwɝlpul/ in IPA).
How do you use “whirlpool” in a sentence?
Here is “whirlpool” used in a sentence: “The boat narrowly avoided the whirlpool near the rocks.”
What part of speech is “whirlpool”?
“Whirlpool” is a noun.
How many meanings does “whirlpool” have?
“Whirlpool” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a powerful, swirling current of water that pulls objects toward its centre.