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yaw
This term is a technical descriptor used primarily in aeronautics, nautical navigation, and robotics. It describes a specific type of rotational movement around a vertical axis, which is distinct from pitch (up-and-down rotation) and roll (rotation around the longitudinal axis). In a professional aviation or maritime context, it is a neutral, descriptive term used to identify a specific physical phenomenon.
When used as a verb, it often carries a connotation of instability or lack of control, especially when described as "yawing violently." While the noun form is a standard technical measurement, the verb form frequently appears in reports describing turbulence or steering failures.
Meanings
Examples
The drone started yawing uncontrollably after the propeller broke.
A strong crosswind yawed the vessel off course.
I can feel the plane yawing slightly to the right.
The autopilot is designed to minimize yaw during flight.
Watch how the bow yaws when we hit the current.
The sudden shift in wind yawed the glider sharply.