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Whirlpool

Noun CEFR C2 Specialized
ˈwɝlpul

Definitions

  1. A swirling body of water.
  2. A hot tub, jacuzzi.
  3. A state of turmoil, or agitated excitement.

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Examples

“A whirlpool is an instance of a vortex produced by ocean tides, or by a hole underneath where the water would drain out, such as in a bathtub.”
“The meatloaf has been cooking in the oven for the last⟳ hour and should be ready just about the time George climbs out of the whirlpool.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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