Swirl vs Whirl vs Twirl

[shahin_67]

Dear teachers,

What's exactly the difference among swirl, whirl and twirl? Once I read somewhere that 'swirl' is a spin caused by nature powers such as wind or water. But for those next words I got no idea. Can someone please help me figuring this out? Thanks in advance!

[Rover_KE]

Welcome to the forum, shahin.

What exactly is the difference between swirl, whirl and twirl? Once I read somewhere that 'swirl' is a spin caused by natural forces such as wind or water. But for those next words I have got no idea. Can someone please help me to figure this out?

Thanks in advance!

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