v., -tat·ed, -tat·ing, -tates. v.intr.
- To turn around on an axis or center.
- To proceed in sequence; take turns or alternate: Interns will rotate through the various departments.
- To cause to turn on an axis or center. See synonyms at turn.
- To plant or grow (crops) in a fixed order of succession.
- To cause to alternate or proceed in sequence: The coach rotates her players frequently near the end of the game.
Having radiating parts; wheel-shaped.
[Latin rotāre, rotāt-, from rota, wheel.]
rotatable ro'tat'a·ble adj.
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