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⛸️ A fast spin ⛸️ To spin fast 💇 A small curl ✏️ To twist quickly
twizzle

twizzle

9.1
A fast spin on one foot done by a skater or dancer
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : giro sobre un pie
  • During her routine, the skater executed a flawless twizzle that left the audience in awe.

Examples

  • The skater executed a perfect twizzle during her ice dance routine.

  • His twizzles were fast and controlled, impressing both the judges and the audience.

  • Learning to perform a twizzle can be challenging for beginner figure skaters.

  • She performed a beautiful twizzle during her routine.

  • The dancer executed several twizzles in quick succession.

  • The dancer's performance featured a stunning twizzle that showcased her balance and skill.

  • In the competition, points were awarded for the precision of each twizzle performed on one foot.

Synonyms

twirl
vstwizzle
15 2.7

A quick spin or turn

is a fast single-foot spin performed in skating or dance routines
pirouette
vstwizzle
9 8.2

A quick turn on one foot as in ballet

is a rapid one-foot spin used across skating and dance routines

Antonyms

stop
310 1.0

An act when something ends or pauses

How Fast

pirouette
9 8.2
twizzle
  • Specialized
9.1
twirl
15 2.7
twist
51 2.4
turn
485 1.0

Surface Forms

twizzle singular
twizzles plural

Etymology

Twizzle comes from the common verb twist plus the little ending -le, so it originally meant a 'small twist'. That's why a twizzle in skating is a quick, controlled spin on one foot.