clock-wise

[US]/[klɒkˌwaɪz]/
[UK]/[ˈklɒkˌwaɪs]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Moving in a circular direction around an axis; in the direction that the hands of a clock move.
adv.In a clockwise direction.

Phrases & Collocations

clock-wise rotation

clock-wise direction

clock-wise movement

going clock-wise

turn clock-wise

clock-wise gear

clock-wise spiral

clock-wise path

clock-wise fashion

clock-wise action

Example Sentences

the gears rotated clockwise, meshing smoothly.

turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume.

the fan blades spun clockwise, creating airflow.

follow the arrow and rotate the dial clockwise.

the earth rotates on its axis clockwise.

the steering wheel needs to be turned clockwise.

the screw threads are designed to turn clockwise.

the turbine blades spun rapidly clockwise.

the mechanism required a clockwise adjustment.

the pump’s impeller rotated clockwise.

the valve handle needs to be turned clockwise to open.

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