rotate

verb
UK: /rəʊˈteɪt/
US: /ˈroʊteɪt/

  1. To turn around a central point or axis.

    1. The fan blades rotate quickly.
    2. The Earth rotates on its axis, causing day and night.

  2. To regularly change or alternate.

    1. We rotate tasks to avoid boredom.
    2. The company rotates its employees between different departments to give them experience.

Synonyms

turn revolve spin alternate exchange cycle
rotate noun

  1. The act of turning around a central point or axis.

    1. The rotate was smooth and easy.
    2. The Earth's rotate affects the weather patterns.

  2. A system or practice of changing regularly.

    1. We have a rotate for cleaning duties.
    2. The weekly rotate ensures everyone has a chance to lead the team.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "rotate" in English means: To turn around a central point or axis., To regularly change or alternate..

The phonetic transcription of "rotate" is /rəʊˈteɪt/ in British English and /ˈroʊteɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "rotate": turn, revolve, spin, alternate, exchange, cycle.

Example usage of "rotate": "The fan blades rotate quickly.". More examples on the page.