Rotate

usgb/ˈrəʊteɪt/
verb

To turn around a central point or axis.

The Earth rotates around the Sun.
Visual representation of "rotate" - To turn around a central point or axis

Often appears as...

  • rotate around
  • rotate on

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Technical

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Physical Movement

Used to describe actual physical motion, especially in machinery or astronomy.

Illustration for Physical Movement
Observe how the fan blades rotate.
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Central Axis

Emphasizes movement around a fixed central point, important in technical descriptions.

Illustration for Central Axis
The gears rotate on a fixed axis.
Visual representation of the word "Rotate"

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