Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
whorl
noun
/wɜrl/
Definition
A whorl is a pattern or arrangement in a circular or spiral shape, often referring to the way certain structures are formed in nature.
Examples
- The leaves of the plant grow in a whorl around the stem.
- Her fingerprint featured a distinct whorl pattern, making it easy to identify.
- The designer used a whorl motif in the fabric pattern to add visual interest.
Meaning
In botanical and biological contexts, a whorl can describe the arrangement of leaves, petals, or other parts around a single point on a stem. In fingerprint analysis, it refers to a specific type of fingerprint pattern.
Synonyms
- coil
- spiral
- curl
- twirl
- loop
