relaxation vs whirl

relaxation

noun
  • The act of relaxing or the state of being relaxed; the opposite of stress or tension; the aim of recreation and leisure activities. 

  • The transition of a nucleus, atom or molecule from a higher energy level to a lower one; the opposite of excitation 

  • The release following musical tension. 

  • A diminution of tone, tension, or firmness; specifically in pathology: a looseness; a diminution of the natural and healthy tone of parts. 

  • Remission of attention or application. 

  • Unbending; recreation; a state or occupation intended to give mental or bodily relief after effort. 

  • Remission or abatement of rigor. 

whirl

noun
  • Dizziness or giddiness. 

  • (usually following “give”) A brief experiment or trial. 

  • Something that whirls. 

  • A rapid series of events. 

  • An act of whirling. 

  • A confused tumult. 

verb
  • To make something or someone whirl. 

  • To have a sensation of spinning or reeling. 

  • To remove or carry quickly with, or as with, a revolving motion; to snatch. 

  • To rotate, revolve, spin or turn rapidly. 

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