What is another word for Verticity?

Pronunciation: [vɜːtˈɪsɪti] (IPA)

Verticity is a term used to describe the tendency of a fluid to rotate in a spiral manner. It can also refer to the degree of rotation within a fluid. Some synonyms for verticity include vorticity, helicity, rotation, spin, and swirl. Vorticity and verticity are often used interchangeably, with vorticity being the more commonly used term. Helicity is a more specific term which refers to the potential for a fluid to produce a helix or screw-like motion. Rotation and spin describe the movement of an object around its own axis or pivot point. Swirl is a more general term that describes any circular or twisting motion in a fluid or object.

What are the hypernyms for Verticity?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the antonyms for Verticity?

Usage examples for Verticity

The next induction that Gilbert made was that as the magnet possesses Verticity and turns towards the poles, so the loadstone-earth possesses a Verticity and turns on an axis fixed in direction.
"The Natural Philosophy of William Gilbert and His Predecessors"
W. James King

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