spiralling

Meanings

• adjective, verb

  Moving or developing in a spiraling or helix-shaped manner

• noun

  A process or situation that worsens or gets out of control over time, often in a circular or repetitive way

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with spiralling
whirling , twirling , swirling , curling

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Variants

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spiral , spiraled , spiraling , spiralled , spiralling , spirals

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Etymology

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Originally from Old French 'espiroiller', meaning 'to spiral, wind up'. Derived from the Latin 'spirare', meaning 'to breathe'.

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Trivia

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1. The Great Spiral Nebula, also known as Messier 51, is a beautiful spiral galaxy located about 13 million light-years away.

2. The term 'spiralling out of control' is often used to describe a situation that is becoming increasingly chaotic or difficult to manage.

3. The nautilus shell is a classic example of a natural spiral, with each chamber getting smaller as the animal grows.

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Related Concepts

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1. helix: A spiral-shaped structure, such as a DNA molecule or a spiral staircase.

2. vortex: A spinning column of fluid or gas, often seen in nature, such as a tornado or a whirlpool.

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Culture

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In literature, spiralling is often used to describe the complex and intricate plots of novels. In art, spirals are commonly found in the design of mandalas and other geometric patterns. In music, spiralling chords and melodies are used to create tension and release.

How to Memorize "spiralling"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a spiral staircase, or imagine a spinning top. Try to visualize the shape and motion in your mind.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'spiralling' with the image of a snail crawling up a spiral shell. Or, associate it with the feeling of a rollercoaster making a loop-de-loop.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'SPIRAL': Spirals, Pizza, Ice Cream, Rollercoasters, Apples, and Lollipops to remember the meaning of the word.

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