whirling table
A "whirling table" is a device used to demonstrate physical principles through rotation, often found in scientific and industrial settings.
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Definition
C1Physics
(technical, academic)A device with rotating disks, weights, and pulleys used to illustrate physical laws.
Example
- The professor used a whirling table to demonstrate the principles of angular momentum.
B2Pottery
(technical)A rotating platform used by potters to shape and mold clay.
Example
- She skillfully shaped the clay on the whirling table to create a beautiful vase.
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