Meaning of the word centrifugal in English

What does centrifugal mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

centrifugal

US /senˈtrɪf.jə.ɡəl/
UK /ˌsen.trɪˈfjuː.ɡəl/

Adjective

moving or tending to move away from a center

Example:
The centrifugal force pushed the riders against the wall of the spinning carnival ride.
A centrifugal pump uses a rotating impeller to move fluid.