gyration

noun

gy·​ra·​tion jī-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce gyration (audio)
1
: an act or instance of gyrating
2
: something (such as a coil of a shell) that is gyrate
gyrational adjective

Examples of gyration in a Sentence

dizzy from the spirally gyrations of the roller coaster
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
With those under age 18 banned, the mind-space on board is adult fun in many forms such as drinking games at the Korean BBQ, steamy gyrations in 1980s-style fitness classes, and some of the best outdoor parties at sea. Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025 These gyrations can trigger rash decisions, said labor economist Teresa Ghilarducci of the New School for Social Research. Jill Schlesinger, CBS News, 4 June 2025 Plus, this modest crack in pricing comes from Case-Shiller math, which smooths out housing’s gyrations. Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 29 May 2025 And despite the market gyrations, since Trump took office on Jan. 20, the S&P 500 is down less than 1%. The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 8 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for gyration

Word History

First Known Use

1615, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of gyration was in 1615

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Gyration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gyration. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.

Medical Definition

gyration

noun
gy·​ra·​tion jī-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce gyration (audio)
: the pattern of convolutions of the brain

More from Merriam-Webster on gyration

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!