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spiraled

|spi/raled|

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/ˈspaɪr.əld/

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/ˈspaɪə.rəld/

(spiral)

winding curve

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
spiralspiralsspiralsspiraledspiraledspiraling
Etymology
Etymology Information

'spiral' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'spiralis,' where 'spira' meant 'coil or twist.'

Historical Evolution

'spiralis' transformed into the French word 'spirale,' and eventually became the modern English word 'spiral' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'coil or twist,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to move in a spiral course.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'spiral'.

The situation spiraled out of control.

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Last updated: 2025/01/31 20:00