revolute

adjective

rev·​o·​lute ˈre-və-ˌlüt How to pronounce revolute (audio)
: rolled backward or downward
a leaf with revolute margins

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from New Latin revolūtus, going back to Latin, past participle of revolvere "to roll back" — more at revolve

First Known Use

circa 1753, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of revolute was circa 1753

Dictionary Entries Near revolute

Cite this Entry

“Revolute.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/revolute. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.

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