rotary

noun

electrical converter consisting of a synchronous machine that converts alternating to direct current or vice versa

a road junction at which traffic streams circularly around a central island

adjective

describing a circle

relating to or characterized by rotation

Roots

rotorot- · Latin · turn, wheel

Synonyms for rotary

trochilicadj circularadj roundaboutadj rotatoryadj rotationaladj circumgyratoryadj gyratoryadj helicaladj whirligign axialadj

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Where does rotary come from?

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