whirlpool
2 synonyms for whirlpool, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A powerful, swirling current of water that pulls objects toward its centre.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use whirlpool
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
caught in a whirlpool
whirlpool bath
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.
