gyratory

/ˈdʒaɪrətɔri/ or /ˌdʒaɪrəˈtɔri/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a gyre or vortex, especially in movement or motion

“The gyratory motion of the whirlpool was mesmerizing to watch.”

2. noun

a machine, especially a crusher, that uses a gyrating crushing head to reduce the size of materials, such as rocks or coal

“The gyratory crusher was used to process the raw materials for the construction project.”

Synonyms

  • gyre
  • rotating
  • vortex
  • whirlpool

Antonyms

  • stationary
  • still