WHIRL

I. verb see: wharf Date: 14th century intransitive verb to move in a circle or similar curve especially with force or speed, 2. to turn on or around an axis like a wheel ; rotate , to turn abruptly around or aside ; wheel , to pass, move, or go quickly , to become giddy or dizzy ; reel , transitive verb to drive, impel, or convey with or as if with a rotary motion, 2. to cause to turn usually rapidly on or around an axis ; rotate , to cause to turn abruptly around or aside, to throw or hurl violently with a revolving motion, ~er noun II. noun Date: 15th century 1. a rapid rotating or circling movement, something undergoing such a movement, 2. a busy or fast-paced succession of events ; bustle , a confused or disturbed mental state ; turmoil , an experimental or brief attempt ; try