1. to form or cause to form into a curved or spiral shape
2. to move in a curved or winding path

1. something having a spiral or coiled shape
2. a lock of hair that curves or coils naturally

Examples

• She likes to curl her hair before special events.
• The cat curled up on the warm blanket.
• Smoke began to curl from the chimney.
• The paper started to curl at the edges from the heat.
• Her hair has beautiful natural curls.
• The vine grew in tight curls around the fence post.