GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

Found 2 definitions

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    Gyrate (jīˈrā́t), a. [L. gyratus made in a circular form, p. p. of gyrare.] Winding or coiled round; curved into a circle; taking a circular course.

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    Gyrate (jīˈrāt), v. i. [imp. & p. p. Gyrated (jīˈrā́‑tĕd); p. pr. & vb. n. Gyrating.] [L. gyratus, p. p. of gyrare to gyrate.  See Gyre, n.] To revolve round a central point; to move spirally about an axis, as a tornado; to revolve.

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