NYT Dictionary

WHORL

/(h)wɔː(ɹ)l/
NounVerbWHUHRLGrade 8

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2022

Meaning

Each circle, volution or equivalent in a pattern of concentric circles, ovals, arcs, or a spiral.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From alteration of whirl (verb).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

coilrollcurlcurlicueringletgyrescrolllockspiralvolute

NYT Puzzle Appearances

No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2019, 2022.

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