Meaning of the word curl in English

What does curl mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

curl

US /kɝːl/

UK /kɝːl/

form into a curved or spiral shape

Example:

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Her hair tends to curl in humid weather.

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The smoke began to curl upwards.

Synonym:

coil twist wind spiral loop

a length of something that is curled or coiled

Example:

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She had beautiful golden curls.

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He ran his fingers through a curl of hair.

Synonym:

coil ringlet wave kink

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