rotated

• 形容某物围绕中心点或轴线转动、旋转，也可指被翻转或改变方向。

Describes something that has been turned around a central point or axis.

1. Turned around an axisB2formal

   Having been turned or moved around a central point or axis.

   旋转的

   • The rotated image appeared upside down on the screen.
   • The rotated wheel caused the machine to malfunction.
   • The rotated handle made it easier to open the door.

   同义词revolvedturnedtwisted

2. Changed in sequenceB2formal

   Having been changed or replaced in a regular order or cycle.

   轮换的

   • The rotated schedule allowed each employee to work different shifts.
   • The rotated crops helped maintain soil fertility.
   • The rotated leadership gave everyone a chance to lead.

   同义词revolved

• 表示围绕中心点或轴转动的动作，或按顺序轮流、交替。

A verb used to indicate the act of turning around a central point or axis, or to take turns in a sequence.

1. Turn around an axisB1formal

   To move or cause something to move in a circle around a central point or axis.

   旋转

   • The Earth rotates on its axis once every 24 hours.
   • Rotate the handle clockwise to open the valve.
   • The dancers rotated gracefully across the stage.

   同义词gyratepivotrevolvespinswivelturntwirlwhirl

2. Take turnsB1formal

   To occur in a recurring sequence or to alternate roles or positions.

   轮流

   • The staff rotate their shifts every week.
   • We rotate the crops in the field to maintain soil fertility.
   • The team members rotate the responsibility of leading the meeting.

   同义词alternatecyclerelievespellswapswitchtake turns

   反义词remainstagnatestandstay

3. Change positionB2informal

   To move something from one position to another in a cycle.

   改变位置

   • Rotate the tires on your car every 10,000 miles.
   • The museum rotates its exhibits every three months.
   • She rotated the furniture in the room to create a new layout.

   同义词gyratepivotrevolvespinswivelturntwirlwheelwhirl