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rotates

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɹoʊˌteɪts// UK //ɹəʊtˈeɪts// ro·tates

v. turns in a circle around a central point, like a wheel or a planet. It can also mean that people take turns doing different jobs in a regular order.

v. turns or causes to turn around an axis or centre. Also describes the systematic movement of people or things through a recurring sequence of positions or duties.


SIMPLE

The Earth rotates on its axis once every twenty-four hours.

CONTEXTUAL

The manager rotates the staff between the kitchen and the front desk to keep everyone's skills sharp.

COMPLEX

As the turbine rotates at high speeds, it converts the kinetic energy of the wind into electrical power for the local grid.

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Usage

The verb is used both transitively and intransitively.

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