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We found 5 definitions of curlicue from 3 different sources.
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curlicue - a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) | ||
coil, whorl, roll, curl, ringlet, gyre, scroll | ||
round shape a shape that is curved and without sharp angles | ||
corolla (botany) the whorl of petals of a flower that collectively form an inner floral envelope or layer of the perianth; "we cultivate the flower for its corolla" | ||
calyx (botany) the whorl of sepals of a flower collectively forming the outer floral envelope or layer of the perianth enclosing and supporting the developing bud; usually green | ||
curlicue - a short twisting line | ||
squiggle | ||
line acting in conformity; "in line with"; "he got out of line"; "toe the line" |