A whirligig is an object that spins or whirls, or has at least one part that spins or whirls. They are most commonly powered by the wind but can be hand-, friction- or motor-powered.

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Since then, whirligig has acquired several meanings beyond its initial toy sense. It even has a place in the common name of the whirligig beetle, a member of the family Gyrinidae that swiftly swims in …

Whirligigs are whimsical, wind-driven expressions of American folk art that first appeared nearly 200 years ago. The faster the wind blows, the more furiously the figure moves. Our classic handcrafted …

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Feb 16, 2024 · A whirligig is a device that spins or rotates, usually in the wind. It is typically made with lightweight materials such as metal, wood, or plastic.

Jul 2, 2020 · A whirligig is an object that moves or spins, like a pinwheel, a weathervane or a spinning toy. Oftentimes, they are colorful pieces of yard ornamentation and usually boast rural motifs, even …

Whirligigs are fascinating mechanical toys that spin in the wind. Discover what makes them tick—from their origins to modern mechanics. Explore different kinds like toy or mechanical whirligigs and …

Excitement, interest, energy and enthusiasm (Definition of whirligig from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)