Meaning of the word spiraling in English

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

spiraling

Noun

a shape made up of curves, each one above or wider than the one before:

Example:
A corkscrew is spiral-shaped.

Verb

to move in a spiral:

Example:
With one wing damaged, the model airplane spiraled downward.

Adjective

shaped in a series of curves, each one above or wider than the one before:

Example:
a spiral staircase