|
|
curl
|
|
- pronunciation:
- kuhrl
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- phrases:
- curl up
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun), Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
curls, curling, curled |
| definition 1: |
to make into coils or rings.
Terry curled the ribbon on the present.- similar words:
- kink, ring, twist, wave
|
| definition 2: |
to take on the shape of a coil or ring.
My hair curls whenever it rains.- similar words:
- wave
|
| definition 3: |
to become curved at an edge.
Wet paper curls when it dries. |
| definition 4: |
to move in a curving way.
Smoke curled up from the fire. |
| related words: |
curve, loop, wind |
|
|
|
|
| phrase: |
curl up |
|
|
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
an individual ring of hair.
I just love your baby's curls!- similar words:
- lock
|
| definition 2: |
anything shaped like a coil or ring.
Curls of smoke rose from his pipe.- similar words:
- roll, swirl, twist
|
| related words: |
kink, loop, twist, wave |
|
|
Word Builder: curl +
- curly:
having many curls.
|
|