Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

radial-motion

noun
/ˈreɪdiəl ˈmoʊʃən/
Definition
Radial motion refers to the movement of an object along a path that radiates outward from a central point.
Examples
  • The planets move in radial motion around the sun in their orbits.
  • During the experiment, the particles exhibited radial motion when released from the center.
Meaning
It describes motion that occurs in a straight line away from or towards a central point, often in a circular or rotational context.
Synonyms
  • outward motion
  • centrifugal motion
  • radial movement