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Wordabulary

rotate

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To turn around a central point, or to take turns doing something in a fixed order.

"The earth rotates once roughly every twenty-four hours."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

spin revolve

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The earth _____ once roughly every twenty-four hours."

Answer: rotate

In your own words, what does "rotate" mean?

To turn around a central point, or to take turns doing something in a fixed order.

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