noun
- plural form of vortex; whirling masses of fluid or air, especially circular currents
Examples
- The helicopter created dangerous vortices as it landed.
- Scientists studied the vortices formed in the wake of the aircraft.
- Ocean vortices can trap marine debris for years.
- The tornado produced multiple smaller vortices around its main funnel.
- Wind vortices behind the building made walking difficult.
- Researchers mapped the vortices in the turbulent water flow.