Atwirl

/əˈtwɜːrl/ adjective

Definition

Spinning or rotating in a whirling motion; in a state of rapid circular movement.

Etymology

From 'a-' (in a state of) + 'twirl' (to spin). 'Twirl' may derive from Scandinavian sources, possibly related to Old Norse. The 'a-' prefix is archaic.

Kelly Says

Dancers and poets adore 'atwirl'—it captures something more dynamic than just 'spinning,' with a sense of elegance and continuous motion, like a skirt in a dance.

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