spiraling
|spi-ral-ing|
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/ˈspaɪrəlɪŋ/
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/ˈspaɪərəlɪŋ/
(spiral)
winding curve
Etymology
Etymology Information
'spiral' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'spiralis,' where 'spira' meant 'coil.'
Historical Evolution
'spiralis' transformed into the French word 'spirale,' and eventually became the modern English word 'spiral' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'coil or twist,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'move in a spiral path or trajectory.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
moving in a spiral path or trajectory.
The smoke was spiraling up into the sky.
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Verb 2
experiencing a continuous and often rapid increase or decrease.
The costs are spiraling out of control.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45