counterclockwise

🇬🇧 UK/.kauntә'klɒkwaiz/🇺🇸 US
TOEFLC2

Definitions

adj.

Moving in the direction opposite to that of a clock's hands.

逆时针方向的

adv.

In the direction opposite to that of a clock's hands.

逆时针方向地

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
counteragainst, in return
+
clockstem
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wisein the direction of
=counterclockwise

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Turn the dial counterclockwise to open the lock.

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