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clockwise

clockwise
AdjectiveAdverb

This term describes a specific rotational direction based on the movement of a traditional analog clock. It is used across various technical and everyday contexts, from mechanical instructions to describing the movement of celestial bodies or biological structures.

In practical application, it is the direct antonym of counter-clockwise (or anticlockwise in British English). Because it functions as both an adjective and an adverb, it can either modify a noun (a clockwise motion) or a verb (turn it clockwise) without changing its form.

Meanings

Adjectiveclockwise

Moving in the same direction as the hands of a clock.

The dial must be turned clockwise to increase the volume.

Adverbclockwise

In a direction that follows the path of the hands of a clock.

Rotate the knob clockwise until it clicks into place.

Examples

Turn the dial clockwise to increase the volume.

The dancers moved in a clockwise circle around the bonfire.

The dancers moved in a clockwise circle around the bonfire.

Please rotate the lid clockwise to tighten it.

The ancient seal began to glow as he turned the key clockwise.

The ancient seal began to glow as he turned the key clockwise.

Fantasy

We should walk clockwise around the museum to see everything in order.

Travel

Just stir the mixture clockwise until it thickens.

Just stir the mixture clockwise until it thickens.

Gourmet

The gears are rotating in a clockwise direction.

The gears are rotating in a clockwise direction.

Office

I wonder if the wind is blowing clockwise today.

I wonder if the wind is blowing clockwise today.

Shift the lever clockwise to engage the lock.

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