ETYM Latin rotatio: cf. French rotation.
In geometry, a transformation in which a figure is turned about a given point, known as the center of rotation. A rotation of 180ş is known as a half turn.
1. A complete turn; SYN. revolution, gyration, roll.
2. The act of rotating as if on an axis.
(Homonym: tern).
1. The act of changing or reversing the direction of the course; SYN. turning.
2. Turning away or in the opposite direction.
3. The activity of doing something in an agreed succession; or; SYN. play.
4. An unforeseen development; SYN. turn of events, twist.
5. A favor for someone; SYN. good turn.
6. Taking a short walk out and back.
7. (In sports) A period of play during which one team is on the offensive; SYN. bout, round.