Technology And Robotics Terms

verb to make a sudden, unsteady movement forward or sideways

adjective moving with abrupt, unsteady motions

• The ship was lurching in the rough seas, making it difficult for passengers to walk.
• I felt like I was lurching around after getting off the roller coaster.
• He was lurching all over the dance floor after too many drinks.
• Her emotions were lurching from one extreme to the other during the stressful situation.

noun a vehicle or device designed to explore the surface of an extraterrestrial body

• The rover was sent to explore the surface of Mars.
• Let's take the rover out for a spin in the desert.
• I heard they're working on a new rover for off-roading enthusiasts.
• She was like a rover, always wandering and exploring new opportunities.