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clockwise
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
Examples
The dancers moved in a clockwise circle around the bonfire.
The ancient seal began to glow as he turned the key clockwise.
We should walk clockwise around the museum to see everything in order.
Just stir the mixture clockwise until it thickens.
The gears are rotating in a clockwise direction.