gyration

noun

gy·​ra·​tion jī-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce gyration (audio)
Synonyms of gyrationnext
1
: an act or instance of gyrating
2
: something (such as a coil of a shell) that is gyrate
gyrational adjective

Examples of gyration in a Sentence

dizzy from the spirally gyrations of the roller coaster
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But South Korea's market has been characterized by volatility of late, with the Kospi experiencing some of the most outsized gyrations as a result of its concentration in a handful of stocks, as well as speculative positioning of retail traders. Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 17 Apr. 2026 The room of devoted fans roar at each gyration. Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2026 And analysts who are kept busy writing about the market gyrations. Camila Domonoske, NPR, 9 Apr. 2026 On Wednesday, legislation took effect that allows gas stations to raise prices only once a day, at midday, an attempt to end cost gyrations at the pump. ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gyration

Word History

First Known Use

1615, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of gyration was in 1615

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“Gyration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gyration. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.

Medical Definition

gyration

noun
gy·​ra·​tion jī-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce gyration (audio)
: the pattern of convolutions of the brain

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