rotate

UK: /rəʊˈteɪt/ | US: /ˈroʊ.teɪt/

Definition

  1. vi. to turn around a central point or axis

  2. vt. to cause something to turn around a central point or axis

  3. n. (rare) a rotation or cycle

Structure
rot <wheel>ate <verb suffix>
Etymology

The word "rotate" originates from the Latin rotatus, the past participle of rotare ("to turn like a wheel"), derived from rota ("wheel"). This reflects the core idea of cyclical or circular movement, preserved in modern usage for both literal and figurative turning actions.

Examples

  1. The Earth rotates on its axis once every 24 hours.

  2. Farmers rotate crops to maintain soil fertility.

  3. The mechanic asked me to rotate the tire slowly.

  4. The dancers rotated in perfect synchrony.

  5. This menu item will rotate seasonally.