Vortex
/ˈvɔːr.tɛks/noun
A mass of whirling fluid or air, especially a whirlpool or whirlwind.
Did you know?In ancient times, vortices were often associated with the mystical forces of nature, believed to be gateways to other dimensions.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*wer-
“to turn, bend, or twist.”
Latin
Latin
vortex
“whirlpool, a twisting motion.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
vortex
“a whirlwind, spiral.”
Middle English
Middle English
vortex
“a whirling or rotating mass.”
Modern English
English
vortex
“a whirling mass of fluid or air.”