How Do You Spell TWIRLING?

1. Twirling is a verb that typically refers to the act of rotating or spinning an object or oneself in a circular or spiral motion. It involves a continuous swirling movement that can occur in various contexts and with various objects. Though often associated with spinning or rotating objects, such as a baton, stick, or a dancer's body, twirling can be performed with almost anything that can be manipulated in a circular motion.

   In the context of dance or performance arts, twirling encompasses graceful and fluid movements executed by spinning or rotating one's body or limbs. This form of twirling can be seen in disciplines such as ballet, figure skating, rhythmic gymnastics, or fire dancing, where performers twirl their bodies or various props like ribbons, hoops, or poi.

   Twirling can also describe the act of rotating or spinning an object for enjoyment or recreational purposes. For instance, a child playing with a toy top, or a person spinning a fidget spinner can be considered twirling.

   In a figurative sense, twirling can be used to describe a swirling or spiraling motion or movement of liquids or gases, such as twirling water down a drain or twirling leaves caught in a sudden gust of wind.

   Overall, twirling refers to the action of spinning or rotating an object or oneself in a circular or spiral motion, whether for artistic expression, recreation, or to describe the movement of liquids or gases.

2. Act of that which twirls; a rapid circular motion.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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The word "twirling" has an etymology derived from the Middle English term "twirlen", which means "to spin around rapidly". This Middle English word is believed to be a variant of the Old English word "thwirlian", meaning "to rotate or move quickly". The origin of "thwirlian" is uncertain, but it is related to the Old High German word "dwirilōn" and the Middle High German word "zwirlen", both of which also mean "to twirl or whirl". Overall, the etymology suggests that "twirling" has its roots in various forms of Germanic languages.

Plural form of TWIRLING is TWIRLINGS

Conjugate verb Twirling

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