Vortex

/ˈvɔːrtɛks/ noun

A vortex is a spinning mass of air, water, or another fluid, pulling things toward its center, like a whirlpool or tornado.

From Latin “vortex” or “vortēx,” meaning “whirlpool,” from “vertere,” meaning “to turn.” It has long described swirling, turning motion drawing things inward.

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