eddy

Definition of eddy

Nouns

a miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself
Synonyms:
twist
Type of:
current, stream
a steady flow of a fluid (usually from natural causes)

Verbs

flow in a circular current, of liquids
Synonyms:
purl, swirl, whirl, whirlpool
Type of:
course, feed, flow, run
move along, of liquids

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Other Spellings

Eddy

Words that contain eddy

Eddy
 Eddy Merckx
 Mary Baker Eddy
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 teddy
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 Teddy boy
 teddy boys