clockwise
/'klɔkwaiz/
Definition
Adjective:
- In the direction that the hands of a clock move: Describing a circular motion that proceeds in the same direction as the rotating hands of a typical clock or watch.
Adverb:
- In a clockwise direction: Moving or turning in the same circular direction as the hands of a clock.
Usage and Examples
- Adjective:
- Make a clockwise turn at the next intersection. (Turn right in a circular manner consistent with clock hands.)
- The diagram shows the clockwise rotation of the gear.
- Adverb:
- Please turn the knob clockwise to tighten it.
- The dancers moved clockwise around the pole.
Advanced Usage
- "clockwise from (something)": Used to describe the order or position of items when following a clockwise direction starting from a reference point.
- The seats are numbered clockwise from the main entrance.
- In technical/scientific contexts: Used to specify the direction of rotation, torque, or angular movement.
- Apply a clockwise torque to secure the bolt.
Variants and Related Words
- Counterclockwise / Anticlockwise (Adjective/Adverb): In the opposite direction to the movement of clock hands.
- Loosen the lid by turning it counterclockwise.
Synonyms
- Deasil (archaic, chiefly Scottish): In the direction of the sun's apparent course, considered lucky; synonymous with clockwise.
- Sunwise (archaic): In the direction of the sun's movement across the sky.
Antonyms
- Counterclockwise (Adjective/Adverb): In the direction opposite to clockwise.
- Anticlockwise (Adjective/Adverb, chiefly British): Same as counterclockwise.
- Widdershins (archaic): In a direction contrary to the sun's course, considered unlucky; opposite of clockwise.
Related Phrases and Contexts
- Clockwise direction: The standard phrase to indicate this specific rotational direction.
- Follow the path in a clockwise direction.
- Clockwise motion: Refers to the movement itself.
- The fan's clockwise motion helps circulate warm air.
Adjective
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in the same direction as the rotating hands of a clock
Adverb
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in the direction that the hands of a clock move
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please move clockwise in a circle
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