Definition of "birl" [birl]

To cause (a floating log) to spin rapidly by rotating with the feet. (verb-transitive)
To participate in birling. (verb-intransitive)
To spin. (verb-intransitive)
A whirring noise; a hum. (noun)

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Use "birl" in a sentence

"A compendium of greatest hits, plus a poetic "birl" (spin) from Seamus Heaney, it seems to be modelled on the Burns night, with O'Hagan, a lively novelist and cultural commentator, playing MC."
"He gave a slow birl, checking the effect in the hall mirror."
"Joanne walked toward him, a mohair stole draped over her shoulders, and did a quick birl for his benefit."

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