Meaning of the word rotate in English

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rotate

US /ˈroʊ.teɪt/

UK /ˈroʊ.teɪt/

move in a circle around a central axis or point

Example:

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The Earth rotates on its axis.

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The fan blades rotate quickly.

Synonym:

spin turn revolve pivot swivel

perform a task or job in turn with others

Example:

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The nurses rotate shifts every week.

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We rotate the crops to maintain soil health.

Synonym:

alternate take turns switch interchange circulate

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