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curlicue
curl·i·cue [ kúrli ky ] (plural curl·i·cues)


noun 
Definition:
 
curved decorative flourish: an ornamental twist, especially in calligraphy or design
[Mid-19th century. <curly + cue2 "pigtail"]

curl·i·cued adjective
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