rotation
//roʊˈteɪʃən//
Noun
rotationSingular
rotationsPlural
1
The action of rotating around an axis or center point; circular movement.
The rotation of the Earth takes 24 hours.
2
A single complete turn around an axis or center point.
The Earth completes one rotation every 24 hours.
3
The practice of regularly changing the position, role, or crop in a systematic sequence.
Crop rotation helps maintain soil fertility and reduce pest problems.
4
A scheduled period of duty or work that alternates with others in a sequence.
Nurses work in rotation to ensure 24-hour patient care.