Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
curl
verb and noun
/kɜrl/
Definition
To form into a curved or spiral shape.
Examples
- She decided to curl her hair for the party.
- The smoke began to curl upward from the fire.
- The cat curled up on the warm windowsill.
Meaning
The term ‘curl’ refers to the act of bending or twisting something into a rounded shape. It often describes the way hair can naturally coil or the shape of a wave.
Synonyms
- wave
- spiral
- twist
- coil
- loop
