Rotated

/rəʊˈteɪtɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to turn or move something around an axis or center point.

She rotated the dial to set the time on the clock.

to change the position or direction of something by turning it.

The team rotated the players to give everyone a chance to play.

to arrange or move in a circular or cyclical manner.

The earth rotated on its axis, giving us day and night.

to alternate or change regularly.

The manager rotated the schedule so that different employees could take weekends off.

From Latin 'rotatus', past participle of 'rotare' meaning 'to turn'.

rotate in/out

to alternate or switch between positions or roles.

rotate the tires

to change the placement of tires on a vehicle for even wear.

rotate

to turn around an axis or center.

rotation

the action of rotating or the state of being rotated.

to be confused or disoriented

After being up all night, I felt totally rotated.

to change partners or groups frequently

At the dance, everyone was rotated throughout the night.