gyratory

UK
/ˈdʒaɪrətəri/
US
/ˈdʒaɪrətɔri/

Translations

gyratorynoun
gyratories
pl
UK
/dʒaɪˈreɪtəri/
US
/ˈdʒaɪrəˌtɔri/
giratoireEn circulation routière.
The new gyratory system was installed to improve traffic flow in the city center.
Le nouveau giratoire a été installé pour améliorer la circulation dans le centre-ville.
Additional translations
rond-pointTerme plus courant, selon le contexte.
Synonyms
gyratoryadjective
more gyratory
Comp.
most gyratory
Super.
UK
/ˈdʒaɪrətəri/
US
/ˈdʒaɪrətɔri/
The gyratory motion of the fan blades created a gentle breeze in the room.
Le mouvement gyratoire des pales du ventilateur a créé une légère brise dans la pièce.
Additional translations
circulairePlus général; s’emploie quand l’idée de rotation circulaire est prédominante.

Definitions

gyratorynoun
A type of traffic roundabout or circular intersection where traffic moves in one direction around a central island.
The new gyratory system was installed to improve traffic flow in the city center.
gyratoryadjective
Relating to or involving circular or spiral motion.
The gyratory motion of the fan blades created a gentle breeze in the room.