Gyre and Whir

Gyre

Gyre noun - A round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals).
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Whir and gyre are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Whir" instead the word "Gyre" as a noun or a verb.

Whir

Whir noun - A monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion.

Gyre and whir are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gyre" instead the word "Whir" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: whirl, whirled, whirling, whirr, whirred
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