curl

[kɜːl]

curl Definition

• 1. to form or cause something to form into a spiral or curved shape
• 2. a twisted or curved shape or piece

Using curl: Examples

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

• Example

  She curled her hair with a curling iron.

• Example

  The cat curled up in a ball and went to sleep.

• Example

  The paper was curled at the edges.

• Example

  He curled his fingers around the handle of the sword.

• Example

  The smoke curled up from the chimney.

curl Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for curl

• twist
• coil
• spiral
• loop
• bend

Antonyms for curl

• straighten
• flatten

Phrases with curl

• curl up

  to sit or lie down in a position with your arms and legs close to your body

  Example

  I like to curl up with a good book on a rainy day.

• curl one's lip

  to show contempt or disgust by raising one side of the upper lip

  Example

  He curled his lip in disgust when he saw the dirty dishes in the sink.

• curl one's toes

  to cause someone to feel embarrassed or uncomfortable

  Example

  Her singing was so bad it made me curl my toes.

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Summary: curl in Brief

The verb 'curl' [kɜːl] means to form or cause something to form into a spiral or curved shape, while the noun refers to a twisted or curved shape or piece. Examples include curling hair, curling up in a ball, and smoke curling up from a chimney. Phrases include 'curl up,' meaning to sit or lie down in a comfortable position, and 'curl one's lip,' meaning to show contempt or disgust.