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rotor

/ˈrəʊtə/

/ˈroʊtər/

Translations

rotornoun

rotors

/ˈrəʊtə/

/ˈroʊtər/

The helicopter's rotor was spinning rapidly.

Ротор вертолета быстро вращался.

Synonyms

rotoradjective

/ˈrəʊ.tə/

/ˈroʊ.tɚ/

Used attributively in technical contexts (e.g., rotor shaft, rotor speed).

Synonyms

rotornoun

A rotating part of a mechanical device, for example in an electric motor, generator, or pump.

The rotor in the helicopter's engine needs regular maintenance to ensure smooth operation.

The rotating assembly in a helicopter that provides lift and thrust.

The helicopter's rotor blades spun rapidly as it prepared for takeoff.

A rotating part of a brake system, typically a disc that is clamped by brake pads to slow down or stop a vehicle.

The mechanic recommended replacing the worn-out rotor to improve the car's braking performance.

A rotating cipher wheel inside an electro-mechanical encryption machine that permutes letters as it turns.

The codebreakers studied the machine's rotors to uncover the daily key settings.

rotoradjective

Relating to or involving a rotor or rotors; having or using a rotor.

Rotor vibration levels must be monitored during operation.