vorticiformadj.
rare.
Having the form of a vortex.
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the world > space > shape > curvature > coil > [adjective] > disposed in or forming (a) coil(s)
twinedc1300
wounda1382
wreathenc1400
wrinkledc1403
wreathedc1425
whorlish1562
folded1570
writhen1584
upwound1590
entortilled1629
coiled1661
whirled1715
whirl-shaped1762
crinkum-crankum1766
convoluted1811
gyrated1822
rounded1845
vorticiform1849
looped1850
vorticose1870
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swirled1909
snake-spiral1922
1849–52 Todd's Cycl. Anat. & Physiol. IV. ii. 1228/1 When the vibratile cilia..are simultaneously effecting their vorticiform movements with rapidity and perfect harmony.
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