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-derivedcounteragainst, in return
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clockstem
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wisein the direction of
=counterclockwise
Example Sentences
- 1.
Turn the dial counterclockwise to open the lock.