twirl
8 synonyms for twirl, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To spin or rotate quickly and gracefully.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To spin or rotate quickly and gracefully.
“The dancer twirled across the stage.”
How to use twirl
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
twirl around
a quick twirl
twirl a baton
Etymology
Likely of Scandinavian origin, related to old Germanic words for stirring or whirling; possibly also influenced by "whirl."
Full origin of twirl →Frequently asked questions
What does “twirl” mean?
The word “twirl” means to spin or rotate quickly and gracefully. In plain terms, to spin gracefully, or a single spinning motion.
How do you pronounce “twirl”?
“Twirl” is pronounced twurl (/twɝl/ in IPA).
How do you use “twirl” in a sentence?
Here is “twirl” used in a sentence: “The dancer twirled across the stage.”
What part of speech is “twirl”?
Depending on how it is used, “twirl” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “twirl” come from?
The word “twirl” comes from Germanic. Likely of Scandinavian origin, related to old Germanic words for stirring or whirling; possibly also influenced by "whirl.".
How many meanings does “twirl” have?
“Twirl” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to spin or rotate quickly and gracefully.
