whirlpool

[ˈwɜːlpuːl]

whirlpool Definition

• 1. a rapidly rotating mass of water in a river or sea into which objects may be drawn, typically caused by the meeting of conflicting currents.
• 2. a powerful circular current of water (usually the result of conflicting tides)

Using whirlpool: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "whirlpool" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The boat was caught in a whirlpool and capsized.

• Example

  The whirlpool sucked in everything around it.

• Example

  The ocean's whirlpool was caused by the tide.

whirlpool Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for whirlpool

• eddy
• vortex
• maelstrom
• swirl
• whirl

Phrases with whirlpool

• whirlpool bath

  a bathtub with a circulating jet of water to massage the body

  Example

  After a long day at work, she likes to relax in her whirlpool bath.

• whirlpool effect

  a phenomenon where water is drawn down a drain in a spiral motion

  Example

  The whirlpool effect can be seen when water is drained from a sink or bathtub.

• whirlpool galaxy

  a galaxy that has a characteristic ring-like structure

  Example

  The Whirlpool Galaxy is a popular target for amateur astronomers.

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Summary: whirlpool in Brief

A 'whirlpool' [ˈwɜːlpuːl] is a rapidly rotating mass of water in a river or sea, often caused by conflicting currents. It can also refer to a powerful circular current of water, such as those caused by conflicting tides. Examples include 'The boat was caught in a whirlpool and capsized.' and 'The whirlpool sucked in everything around it.' Other phrases include 'whirlpool bath,' 'whirlpool effect,' and 'whirlpool galaxy.'