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bandul — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • pendulum noun A weight hung from a fixed point that swings freely back and forth, often used to regulate a clock.
  • swing verb To move back and forth or in a circular path while hanging from a fixed point.

Senses

bandul is used for these senses in English:

  • crankshaft A rotating shaft with throws (parts that stick out) and which drives, is driven by (cranked by), or functions as a crank.
  • pendulum (clocks, mechanics) A body suspended from a fixed support so that it swings freely back and forth under the influence of gravity, commonly used to regulate various devices such as clocks.
  • swing (boxing) A type of hook with the arm more extended.

pendulum — full definition

  1. noun A weight hung from a fixed point that swings freely back and forth, often used to regulate a clock.
  2. noun Figuratively, a situation or mood that swings between two opposite extremes.

swing — full definition

  1. verb To move back and forth or in a circular path while hanging from a fixed point.
  2. verb To change or fluctuate, especially between extremes.
  3. noun A seat suspended by ropes or chains that a person sits on and moves back and forth.
  4. noun A change in the level of support, votes, or results.

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