Pronunciation: /ˈroʊˌtɛri/
noun an organization or club that meets regularly and whose members engage in community service projects
A1 A rotary is a type of club where people gather to do community service.
A2 I need to buy a new rotary for my sewing machine.
B1 The rotary on the engine helps to distribute the fuel evenly.
B2 The rotary phone was a popular communication device in the past.
C1 The rotary function on the camera allows for smooth and continuous shooting.
C2 The rotary engine in the car provides a high level of performance.
adjective describing or relating to a rotating device or mechanism
A1 The rotary phone is no longer in use.
A2 She used a rotary tool to carve the wood.
B1 The rotary club organized a charity event.
B2 The company installed a new rotary printing press.
C1 The rotary engine is known for its efficiency.
C2 The rotary motion of the gears creates a smooth operation.
formal The rotary club is hosting a charity event next weekend.
informal Let's meet at the rotary for a quick catch-up.
slang I heard the rotary is the place to be on Friday nights.
figurative His mind works like a rotary, constantly spinning with new ideas.
rotaried
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have rotated
is rotating
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to rotate
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