plural gyroscopes
: a wheel that spins quickly and is held in a frame that allows it to tilt in any direction
Note: Gyroscopes are used in steering devices on ships, airplanes, etc., and in other instruments. Some gyroscopes are used as toys.
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“Gyroscope.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/gyroscope. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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