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counterclockwise

/koun-ter-klok-wahyz/US // ˌkaʊn tərˈklɒkˌwaɪz //UK // (ˌkaʊntəˈklɒkˌwaɪz) //

逆时针,逆时针方向,逆时针旋转,顺时针

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Definitions

  1. 1
    • : in a direction opposite to that of the normal rotation of the hands of a clock; not clockwise.

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Examples

  • The hook is generated by heavy rain wrapping counterclockwise around a low- to mid-level updraft circulation, called the mesocyclone.

  • When playing sound, the sprockets move counterclockwise so the tape can roll over the magnet head from left to right.

  • If you spin it counterclockwise, you’ll see the tape unraveling inside the casing.

  • Rest for 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat for another 20 to 40 seconds, rolling the ball counterclockwise.

  • Rotate the swab counterclockwise, fold the card to bring the test strip in contact with the swab, and that’s it.

  • Clockwise rotation of the knob increases the volume, counterclockwise rotation diminishes the volume.

  • Harrington exclaimed impatiently, then moved the threatened piece counterclockwise on the circle where he had placed it.

  • Turn the distributor counterclockwise until the points have just begun to open.

  • Proceeding counterclockwise around northern Albania, the watershed divide was abandoned altogether along the northeast boundary.