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1. curlicue

noun. ['ˈkɝːˌlɪkjuː'] a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals).

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  • cue (English)
  • curly (English)
  • -y (English)

2. curlicue

noun. ['ˈkɝːˌlɪkjuː'] a short twisting line.

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Etymology

  • cue (English)
  • curly (English)
  • -y (English)

Sentences with curlicue


1. Noun, singular or mass
Few would call him poetry in motion, but an English bulldog's waddle, wrinkled face and curlicue tail may bring on a case of puppy love at first sight.

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