1. v. & n.
--v.intr.
1. change direction, esp. (of the wind) clockwise (cf. BACK v. 5).
2 change in course, opinion, conduct, emotions, etc.
3 Naut. WEAR(2).
--n. a change of course or direction.
Etymology: F virer f. Rmc, perh. alt. f. L gyrare GYRATE 2. v.tr. Naut. slacken or let out (a rope, cable, etc.).
Etymology: ME f. MDu. vieren