(biochemistry) A protein encoded in humans by the gene DFNB31, possibly involved in the formation of scaffolding protein complexes that facilitate synaptic transmission in the central nervous system.

present participle of whirl

The action of the verb to whirl.

That whirls or whirl.

A Sufi of an ascetic order, centered in Turkey but widespread internationally, whose ritual religious observances involve mystical poetry of Mevlana (Rumi), music, and a whirling dance.

With a whirling motion.

plural of whirling

An apparatus fitted with one or more revolving disks, with weights, pulleys, etc., for illustrating physical laws and phenomena. / A potter's wheel.

plural of whirling table

A disease of salmonid fish, caused by the myxosporean parasite Myxobolus cerebralis and characterised by awkward, corkscrew-like swimming motions.