The Clue
Spindle part (5 letter answer)
The Answer
WHORL
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Notes
The answer WHORL is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
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Definition
WHORL as a noun:
1. (coil, whorl, roll, curl, curlicue, ringlet, gyre, scroll) = a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals)
2. (lock, curl, ringlet, whorl) = a strand or cluster of hair
3. (coil, spiral, volute, whorl, helix) = a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops; "a coil of rope"