Curlicue (Noun)
Meaning 1
A short twisting line.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals).
Classification
Nouns denoting two and three dimensional shapes.
Examples
- The dahlia's large and showy blooms had a distinctive curlicue shape that was eye-catching in the garden.
- In autumn, the trees stood tall with curlicues of orange and red leaves clinging to their branches.
- The artichoke plant formed a tight, fleshy curlicue that protected its tender center.
- Each peony flower head unfurled into a lush curlicue, with delicate petals layered one upon another.
- As the succulent grew, it formed tightly packed curlicues of juicy green leaves.