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Slewing: meaning, definitions and examples

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slewing

 

[ sluหษชล‹ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

movement change

Slewing generally refers to the act of rotating or turning something, often about a central point. In engineering and machinery contexts, it can indicate the adjustment of the angle of a component, such as a wheel or control surface. In broader terms, it describes rapid movements that alter the position or orientation of an object. Slewing is commonly used in technical fields, including aviation, robotics, and construction.

Synonyms

pivoting, rotating, swiveling, turning

Examples of usage

  • The crane was slewing to the left to position the load.
  • The pilot adjusted the aircraft's trajectory by slewing the wings.
  • The robot arm began slewing as it moved to pick up the part.
Context #2 | Noun

mechanical movement

Slewing as a noun refers to the action or process of rotating or changing the position of an object, especially in technical or mechanical contexts. It often implies a controlled or deliberate movement and can describe various applications, from machinery operations to vehicle navigation. Understanding slewing is crucial for operators of heavy machinery or those working in environments where precise movements are necessary.

Synonyms

adjustment, rotation, turning

Examples of usage

  • The operator executed a slewing motion to realign the tower.
  • Her training included lessons on the mechanics of slewing.
  • He calculated the slewing required to avoid obstacles.

Translations

Translations of the word "slewing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น giro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค˜เฅเคฎเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Drehung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ putaran

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฑะตั€ั‚ะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ obrรณt

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒซใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rotation

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ giro

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dรถnme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํšŒ์ „

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏูˆุฑุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ otรกฤenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ otoฤenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ—‹่ฝฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vrtenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ snรบningur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะนะฝะฐะปัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ แƒฃแƒœแƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรถnmษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ giro

Etymology

The word 'slewing' derives from the Old Norse term 'slรบgr', which means to slink or to move stealthily. Its usage evolved in Middle English to describe a swerving or turning motion. Initially associated with more literal movements, particularly in relation to ships and sailing, it later found broader applications in engineering and mechanics. By the 19th century, 'slewing' had become a common term in technical lexicons, particularly those concerning machinery and navigation. The flexible nature of the term allows it to describe various contextual actions, from simple rotations to complex mechanical adjustments, making it a valued term in many fields.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,534 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.