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Meaning of "clockwise" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF CLOCKWISE

clockwise  [ˈklɒkˌwaɪz] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF CLOCKWISE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Clockwise can act as an adjective and an adverb.
The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

The adverb is an invariable part of the sentence that can change, explain or simplify a verb or another adverb.

WHAT DOES CLOCKWISE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Clockwise

Circular motion can occur in two possible directions. A clockwise motion is one that proceeds in the same direction as a clock's hands: from the top to the right, then down and then to the left, and back up to the top. The opposite sense of rotation or revolution is anticlockwise, or counterclockwise. In a mathematical sense, a circle defined parametrically in a positive Cartesian plane by the equations x = cos t and y = sin t is traced counterclockwise as t increases in value.

Definition of clockwise in the English dictionary

The definition of clockwise in the dictionary is in the direction that the hands of a clock rotate; from top to bottom towards the right when seen from the front.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH CLOCKWISE


anticlockwise
ˌæntɪˈklɒkˌwaɪz
anywise
ˈɛnɪˌwaɪz
contrariwise
ˈkɒntrərɪˌwaɪz
counterclockwise
ˌkaʊntəˈklɒkˌwaɪz
crosswise
ˈkrɒsˌwaɪz
dropwise
ˈdrɒpˌwaɪz
endwise
ˈendˌwaɪz
lengthwise
ˈlɛŋθˌwaɪz
likewise
ˈlaɪkˌwaɪz
nowise
ˈnəʊˌwaɪz
otherwise
ˈʌðəˌwaɪz
pairwise
ˈpɛəˌwaɪz
piecewise
ˈpiːsˌwaɪz
sidewise
ˈsaɪdˌwaɪz
snakewise
ˈsneɪkˌwaɪz
spokewise
ˈspəʊkˌwaɪz
stepwise
ˈstɛpˌwaɪz
streetwise
ˈstriːtˌwaɪz
sunwise
ˈsʌnˌwaɪz
widthwise
ˈwɪdθˌwaɪz

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE CLOCKWISE

clochard
cloche
clock
clock card
clock face
clock golf
clock off
clock on
clock repairer
clock tower
clock up
clock-radio
clock-watcher
clock-watching
clocker
clocklike
clockmaker
clockwork
clockwork precision
clod

WORDS THAT END LIKE CLOCKWISE

airwise
be wise
bendwise
coastwise
contraclockwise
cornerwise
elsewise
flatwise
leastwise
longwise
palewise
penny-wise
slantwise
suchwise
taxwise
thwartwise
unwise
weather-wise
wise
worldly-wise

Synonyms and antonyms of clockwise in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «clockwise» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF CLOCKWISE

Find out the translation of clockwise to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of clockwise from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «clockwise» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

顺时针方向
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

en el sentido de las agujas del reloj
570 millions of speakers

English

clockwise
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

दक्षिणावर्त
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

بِاتـِّجَاه عَقَارِب السَّاعَة
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

по часовой стрелке
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

em sentido horário
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

দক্ষিণাবর্তে
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

dans le sens des aiguilles d’une montre
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Mengikut arah jam
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

im Uhrzeigersinn
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

右回りに
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

시계 방향으로
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Jarene jam
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

theo chiều kim đồng hồ
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

கடிகார
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

घड्याळाच्या दिशेने
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

saat yönünde
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

in senso orario
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

zgodnie z ruchem wskazówek zegara
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

за годинниковою стрілкою
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

în sensul acelor de ceasornic
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

δεξιόστροφα
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

kloksgewys
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

medsols
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

med solen
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of clockwise

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «CLOCKWISE»

The term «clockwise» is quite widely used and occupies the 24.757 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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Principal search tendencies and common uses of clockwise
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «CLOCKWISE» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «clockwise» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «clockwise» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about clockwise

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «CLOCKWISE»

Discover the use of clockwise in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to clockwise and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Why Do Clocks Run Clockwise? and Other Imponderables: ...
This compilation of arcane facts about everyday objects, practices, and traditions reveals how Teflon sticks to cookware, why the sides of aluminum foil are different, and other mysteries
David Feldman, 1988
2
Clockwise
Casey Donovan has issues: hair, height and uncontrollable trips to the 19th century!
Elle Strauss, 2011
3
The Clockwise Man
Featuring the Doctor and Rose as played by Christopher Eccleston and Billie Piper in the hit series from BBC Television
Justin Richards, 2012
4
Clockwise: A Time-Telling Tale
Thomas learns how to tell time with a new clock all his own.
‎2006
5
Counter Clockwise
Is there a way to change the course of your life's history? What if time moved In this dazzling debut novel, Jason Cockcroft has crafted a mind-bending adventure with a startlingly original narrative structure.
Jason Cockcroft, 2009
6
Mr. Counter Clockwise
Parents will love reading this story to their children. This book should be memorable for many years to come. it will make you reevaluate your life And The value of time, As an adult or as a child.
Hope Carlin Lach, 2010
7
Why Do Clocks Run Clockwise?: Mysteries of Everyday Life ...
Part of the Imponderables® series and charmingly illustrated by Kassie Schwan, Why Do Clocks Run Clockwise? challenges readers with the knowledge about everyday life that encyclopedias, dictionaries, and almanacs just don't have.
David Feldman, 2009
8
Clockwise: Intermediate : Teacher's Book
Designed for learners who want to make effective progress in a short time, this course concentrates on developing fluency, refreshing key grammar areas, and extending vocabulary. 40-60 hours per level.
Will Forsyth, 2000
9
Thinking Clockwise: A Field Guide for the Innovative Leader
Clockwise Values Both Clockwise and Counterclockwise Thinking are coherent ways to look at the world. It is possible to function using either approach, but each implies different values and leads to different actions. Clockwise Thinking ...
Dennis Stauffer, 2005
10
Clockwise: Five Great Time Management Principles
Clockwise will show you how to control your habits and systems, so that you achieve more, with the same amount of time that you've always had, and will always have. Do you ever feel guilty about not getting more done? Do you feel you can't ...
Andrew Pain, 2013

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «CLOCKWISE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term clockwise is used in the context of the following news items.
1
'Northern Exposure' Cast: Where Are They Now?
The cast of Northern Exposure: (clockwise from left) Elaine Miles, Darren E. Burrows, Peg Phillips, John Cullum, Cynthia Geary, Barry Corbin, ... «Biography, Jul 15»
2
Andy Burnham is against the Government's plan to relax Sunday …
The four contenders (clockwise from top left): Jeremy Corbyn, Liz Kendall, Andy Burnham and Yvette Cooper (Rex) The shopworkers' union ... «The Independent, Jul 15»
3
Tomatoes bring the flavors of summer into every bite
Summer tomato choices include (clockwise, from top left) Cherokee purple, heart-shaped, multi-colored and local Hanover stars. Previous Next ... «Richmond Times-Dispatch, Jul 15»
4
Honda Civic travels over 8000 miles using £459 of diesel
... Honda's European research and development team, set off from Aalst in Belgium on June 1 to navigate the continent in a clockwise direction. «Belfast Telegraph, Jul 15»
5
Why in the world does rain keep dumping on Washington, DC, and …
Its clockwise circulation and the storms that erupted along it formed a “ring of fire” tracking the rain over the same areas. (WeatherBell.com and ... «Washington Post, Jul 15»
6
Wow, celebrities love showing their butts on Instagram
Modal Trigger. Justin Bieber (clockwise from left), Joan Smalls and Rihanna flaunt their famous behinds on social media. Photo: Instagram (3). «New York Post, Jul 15»
7
Felon chosen by Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson to serve on police …
Panelists joining in the portrait with U.S. Attorney Steven Dettelbach and Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson from clockwise left are: Victor Ruiz, ... «cleveland.com, Jul 15»
8
IISc Plan to Speed up Signals
If a green signal is given clockwise, the lanes with more vehicles remain green for a longer time. In the other approach, the green signal ... «The New Indian Express, Jul 15»
9
Missoula aims to improve awareness, safety in roundabouts
... yield to the traffic in the roundabout -- they have the right-of-way, enter when traffic allows and keep going, drive counter-clockwise to your ... «NBC Montana, Jul 15»
10
Commuters face long delays and travel chaos after crashes on the …
On the M60 one lane is still closed with very long delays from junction 12, at Eccles on the clockwise carriageway stretching back to junction ... «Manchester Evening News, Jul 15»

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