What is another word for curlicue?
Pronunciation: [kˈɜːlɪkjˌuː] (IPA) 
Curlicue is a beautiful word that refers to a decorative curl or twisted shape. Synonyms of curlicue include swirl, twirl, spiral, wave, loop, helix, coil, curl, and wisp. Each of these words conveys a similar image of a playful and intricate shape, often used as embellishments in artwork, calligraphy, or typography. Swirl describes a graceful movement that flows smoothly without interruption, while twirl suggests a more energetic and dynamic rotation or spin. Spiral implies a gradual and continuous movement that repeats along a central axis, while loop and coil describe more circular shapes that twist and turn around themselves. Helix and wisp have more organic and delicate connotations, evoking images of vines or smoke that dance softly in the air.
