Definition of Rotary

of motion revolving around a center or axis; rotational

Examples of Rotary in a sentence

Before the invention of cordless phones, telephones were rotary and in order to make a call, individuals had to press the number, spin it around, to get to the next number.  🔊

Because the Earth and moon are both rotary, we have the many phases of the moon.  🔊

The girl watched the rotary motion of the belt at baggage claim and waited for her suitcase to appear.  🔊

The rotary nature of the tire allows for easy locomotion and enables the car to travel at high speeds.  🔊

She stared up at the fan and watched the blades make their usual rotary motion.  🔊

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