gyroscope
Translation
gyroscope
Examples
A gyroscope helps to maintain orientation.
A gyroscope helps to maintain orientation.
Smartphones use a gyroscope for screen rotation.
Smartphones use a gyroscope for screen rotation.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) gyroscope (a device for measuring orientation) The drone has a built-in gyroscope.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stabilizer, accelerometer
Etymology
From Greek 'guros' (ring, circle) + 'skopos' (watcher). Literally 'circle watcher'.
Memory Tips
Remember it as a device that 'scopes' out or observes its own 'gyration' (spinning) to maintain balance.