gyration
Pronunciation: [ˌdʒaɪˈreɪʃən]
Word
Context: "movement"
(noun) a circular or spiral movement. Think about when something spins around in circles, like a merry-go-round or a dancer twirling.
Example
The gyroscope's gyration helps it stay balanced while spinning.
Example
The lack of gyration in the disk made it hard to tell if it was even working.
Example
Can you see the gyration of the planets as they orbit the sun?
Context: "dance"
(noun) a whirl or a spin in dance. Imagine when people spin around when they're dancing, showing off their movements.
Example
Her graceful gyration impressed everyone at the dance competition.
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His lack of gyration while dancing made the performance seem dull.
Example
Did you notice the gyration in her dance routine?
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