Whirlpool (Noun)
Meaning
A powerful circular current of water (usually the result of conflicting tides).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The ship struggled to stay afloat as it was pulled into the massive whirlpool in the middle of the ocean.
- As the tide came in, a whirlpool formed in the shallow waters of the cove, swirling around the anchored boats.
- The scuba divers carefully navigated the underwater whirlpool, aware of the strong currents that could sweep them away.
- The narrow strait was notorious for its powerful whirlpool, which had been the downfall of many a sailor throughout history.
- As the waves crashed against the rocky shore, a whirlpool formed in the churning water, foamy and turbulent.