Associations to the word «Gyroscope»

Wiktionary

GYROSCOPE, noun. 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.

Dictionary definition

GYROSCOPE, noun. Rotating mechanism in the form of a universally mounted spinning wheel that offers resistance to turns in any direction.

Wise words

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John Locke