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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

whirlpool

/ˈhwɜːrlˌpuːl/ noun · British & US
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What does whirlpool mean?

noun

A large, swirling body of water that forms over a deep hole in the sea or a river, or a device that uses a rotating spiral to create a current of water for washing or cleaning.

Example

"The ship was caught in a powerful whirlpool that formed in the stormy waters."

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