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noun
1.
water in swift, circular motion, as that produced by the meeting of opposing currents, often causing a downward spiraling action.
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whirlpool (ˈwɜːlˌpuːl) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a powerful circular current or vortex of water, usually produced by conflicting tidal currents or by eddying at the foot of a waterfall |
| 2. | something resembling a whirlpool in motion or the power to attract into its vortex |
| 3. | short for whirlpool bath |
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Whirlpool
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Science Dictionary
whirlpool (wûrl'p l') Pronunciation Key
A rapidly rotating current of water or other liquid that sucks everything near it toward its center. The meeting of two tides can create a whirlpool. |
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Encyclopedia Britannica
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whirlpool
rotary oceanic current, a large-scale eddy that is produced by the interaction of rising and falling tides. Similar currents that exhibit a central downdraft are termed vortexes and occur where coastal and bottom configurations provide narrow passages of considerable depth. Slightly different is vortex motion in streams; at certain stages of turbulent flow, rotating currents with central updrafts are formed. These are called kolks, or boils, and are readily visible on the surface
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Example sentences
It is similar to how water current is pulled into a whirlpool.
The property is a full-service hotel with a fitness center, whirlpool and an indoor pool with a two-story water slide.
Whirlpool suites and handicap-accessible rooms are also available.
The motel is open year-round offering guests an ocean-view outdoor pool and whirlpool as well as an indoor pool and whirlpool.
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