gimbals

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English

Definitions

noun

A device for suspending something, such as a ship's compass, so that it will remain level when its support is tipped.

Related words

Synonyms

supported parabolic reflector handwheel baseplate retroreflector trunnion sponsons rotary actuator inclinometer nosepiece bimini binnacle strakes davits aerofoil monopod

Associated

gimbal inertial incense axes rotate angular angles lock thrust rotation axis configuration

Rhymes

umbles stumbles tumbles numbles fumbles rumbles crumbles thimbles jumbles bumbles

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