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whorl
(/hw//[@]/rl )

noun (n)

  • a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals)(noun.shape)
    source: wordnet30
  • a strand or cluster of hair(noun.body)
    Synonym:
    curl, lock, ringlet
    source: wordnet30
  • a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    coil, helix, spiral, volute
    source: wordnet30
  • A circle of two or more leaves, flowers, or other organs, about the same part or joint of a stem.(noun)
    source: webster1913
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