Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

widdershins

Adverb
/ˈwɪd.ər.ʃɪnz/
Definition
In a direction contrary to the sun’s course, specifically counterclockwise or leftward.
Examples
  • They danced widdershins around the bonfire, following the old traditions.
  • To cast the spell properly, one must walk widdershins three times under the full moon.
Meaning
The term refers to a movement opposite to the usual direction, often associated with superstition or folklore.
Synonyms
  • counterclockwise
  • leftward
  • anticlockwise