gyres

[|Gyres] : Definition This refers to a circular motion, usually a swirling currents of the ocean, but not always. In this case I believe that the gyre is the circular smoke arising from the fagot. Since the definition does contain the ocean this word contradicts the fire. This represents water extinguishing fire or good defeating evil.

Thoughtful, interesting explanation of the word (gyres) in the larger context of the line in the poem. Thanks, Jake.