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- [jahy-ruh-skohp]
- /ˈdʒaɪ rəˌskoʊp/
- /ˈdʒaɪ.rə.skəʊp/
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- [jahy-ruh-skohp]
- /ˈdʒaɪ rəˌskoʊp/
Definitions of gyroscope word
- noun gyroscope an apparatus consisting of a rotating wheel so mounted that its axis can turn freely in certain or all directions, and capable of maintaining the same absolute direction in space in spite of movements of the mountings and surrounding parts: used to maintain equilibrium, determine direction, etc. 1
- noun gyroscope A device consisting of a wheel or disk mounted so that it can spin rapidly about an axis that is itself free to alter in direction. The orientation of the axis is not affected by tilting of the mounting; so gyroscopes can be used to provide stability or maintain a reference direction in navigation systems, automatic pilots, and stabilizers. 1
- noun gyroscope device showing rotation on an axis 1
- countable noun gyroscope A gyroscope is a device that contains a disc turning on an axis that can turn freely in any direction, so that the disc maintains the same position whatever the position or movement of the surrounding structure. 0
- noun gyroscope a device containing a disc rotating on an axis that can turn freely in any direction so that the disc resists the action of an applied couple and tends to maintain the same orientation in space irrespective of the movement of the surrounding structure 0
- noun gyroscope a wheel mounted in a set of rings so that its axis of rotation is free to turn in any direction: when the wheel is spun rapidly, it will keep the original direction of its rotation axis no matter which way the ring is turned: gyroscopes are used in gyrocompasses and to keep moving ships, airplanes, etc. level 0
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Origin of gyroscope
First appearance:
before 1855 One of the 30% newest English words
From French, dating back to 1855-60; See origin at gyro-, -scope
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Parts of speech for Gyroscope
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gyroscope popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
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