derotation
derotation · derotations
A rotation in the opposite directionA rotation in the opposite direction.
Meaning
3 senses(countable, uncountable)A rotation in the opposite direction.
(countable, uncountable)The correction of a rotational deformity.
(countable, rare, uncountable)The lowering of an aircraft's nose gear to the runway following touchdown on the main gear during landing.
Origin
From de- + rotation.From de- + rotation.
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Forms
plural: derotations| Singular | derotation |
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Word family
2 related wordsRelatedderotate
Derivedderotational
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable
See also
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