whirling tides; whirlpool
Refers to a swirling tidal current or a whirlpool, often in the sea. Can be used literally or figuratively.
The whirlpools of the Naruto Strait are a famous tourist attraction.
The boat was almost caught in the whirling tides.
Standard kanji spelling.
Kana spelling is common in everyday writing, especially when the kanji are not needed.
Compound of 渦 (uzu, 'whirlpool') and 潮 (shio, 'tide'). The reading うずしお is a straightforward combination of the two elements.