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gyroscopes

Pronunciation: [ˈjaɪrəˌskoʊp]

Word

Context: "physics"

(noun) a tool that helps us understand how things move or stay balanced. Gyroscopes use the spinning of a wheel to explain how something can stay steady even when it's being pushed around. They are often used in planes, ships, and smartphones to help with directions and stability.

Example

The pilot used gyroscopes to keep the airplane steady during the storm.

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Without gyroscopes, the device wouldn't be able to measure direction accurately.

Example

How do gyroscopes help in keeping the airplane stable?

Context: "technology"

(noun) a device that uses spinning to measure orientation or direction. It is found in many gadgets, including smartphones and drones, to help them know which way they are facing.

Example

My smartphone has gyroscopes that make it easy to play virtual reality games.

Example

The app did not work properly because it couldn't read the data from the gyroscopes.

Example

What role do gyroscopes play in the performance of a drone?

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