derotate

verb — 2 senses

derotate

verb

Etymology From de- + rotate.

1

Medicine, Sciences, Surgery To correct a rotational deformity.

2

Aeronautics, Aerospace, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences Rare To bring the nose of an aircraft down to the runway after touching down on the main gear.

Related terms
derotation, unrotate

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