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Term: Spir

Definitions:

Noun:

1. a type of swirling movement or shape
2. (biology) a special spiral-shaped structure, often found in certain organisms

Verb:

1. to move or twist in a spiral shape
2. (botany) to develop in a spiral manner

Adjective:

1. pertaining to or resembling a spiral shape
2. characterized by a spiraling motion

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

• The tornado created a powerful spir that uprooted trees and damaged buildings.
• The spir of DNA is responsible for its double-helix structure.

Verb:

• The gymnast skillfully spiraled through the air in her routine.
• The young ferns started to spir as they grew towards the sunlight.

Adjective:

• The staircase had a beautiful spir railing.
• The spir motion of the roller coaster thrilled the riders.

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