What does rotary mean?
Rotary means Capable of rotation..
Rotary
/ˈɹəʊ.tə.ɹi/ · adjective
Meaning
Capable of rotation..
Definitions by Sense
- Capable of rotation.
- (New England, Atlantic Canada) A roundabout, traffic circle.
- (chiefly with initial capital) Any of the clubs making up the international Rotary International movement for community service.
Example Sentences
A rotary engine revolves the heads rather than having pistons go back and forth.
Volatiles of kecap manis and its raw materials were extracted using Likens-Nickerson apparatus with diethyl ether as the extraction solvent. The extracts were then dried with anhydrous sodium sulfate, concentrated using a rotary evaporator followed by flushing using nitrogen until the volume was about 0.5 ml.
Synonyms for rotary
Antonyms for rotary
Related Words
Word Forms
- rotaries
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for rotary?
Common synonyms include circle, roundabout, traffic circle, synchronous converter.
What is the opposite of rotary?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use rotary in a sentence?
A rotary engine revolves the heads rather than having pistons go back and forth.
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