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Kreiselinstrument — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • gyroscope noun A spinning device that resists changes to its orientation, used to keep vehicles or instruments stable.

Senses

Kreiselinstrument is used for these senses in English:

  • gyroscope An apparatus composed of a wheel which spins inside of a frame (gimbal) and causes the balancing of the frame in any direction or position. In the form of a gyroscopic stabilizer, used to help keep aircraft and ships steady.

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