CEFR B2

rotational speed

noun

Meaning

The rate at which an object or part of an object turns or revolves around an axis, typically measured in revolutions per minute (RPM) or radians per second.

Examples

The rotational speed of the engine increased as the driver pressed the accelerator.
Engineers carefully calculated the maximum rotational speed the turbine could withstand.

Synonyms: angular velocity, rate of rotation, spin rate

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rotational speed (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: [roʊˈteɪʃənl spid]

Definition

The rate at which an object or part of an object turns or revolves around an axis, typically measured in revolutions per minute (RPM) or radians per second.

Examples

The rotational speed of the engine increased as the driver pressed the accelerator.
Engineers carefully calculated the maximum rotational speed the turbine could withstand.
A higher rotational speed can lead to increased wear on mechanical parts.

How to Use rotational speed

rotational speed of (prepositional phrase): Specifies which object or system is rotating. — "The rotational speed of the Earth is approximately one revolution per day."

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