gyroscope
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Simple Meaning
一种带有旋转轮的装置，帮助保持平衡，如手机或飞机中使用的。
When to Use
⚙️Technical📚Academic Writing
Upper Intermediate — fluent in familiar topics
Examples in Conversation
“我的手机使用陀螺仪来知道我何时把它横过来。”
“无人机中的陀螺仪帮助它在风中保持稳定。”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
An apparatus composed of a wheel which spins inside of a frame (gimbal) and causes the balancing of the frame in any direction or position. In the form of a gyroscopic stabilizer, used to help keep aircraft and ships steady.