🔄Rotation

noun
/roʊˈteɪʃən/

Meaning

the action of rotating around an axis or center; a single turn
the action of rotating or turning something around a center or axis

Example Sentences

The Earth's rotation takes 24 hours to complete.

The rotation of the earth around the sun causes seasons.

Synonyms

turning, spinning, revolution, orbit, revolving, gyration
Entry 1
turning, spinning, revolution, orbit
Entry 2
turning, spinning, revolving, gyration

Antonyms

stillness, stability, stagnation
Entry 1
stillness, stability, stagnation
Entry 2
stillness, stagnation

Collocations

crop rotation, job rotation, axis of rotation, rotation of the earth, rotation of crops
Entry 1
crop rotation, job rotation, axis of rotation
Entry 2
rotation of the earth, rotation of crops, job rotation

More Example Sentences

The rotation of the sun, the moon and the stars proves us the discipline in nature.

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