Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
precess
verb
/ˈpriː.sɛs/
Definition
To cause a change in the axis of rotation of a rotating body under the influence of an external torque.
Examples
- The gyroscope began to precess when the external force was applied.
- As the planet spins, its axis precesses due to gravitational interactions with other celestial bodies.
Meaning
Precess refers to the gradual change or shift in the direction of the axis of rotation of an object, usually due to external forces acting on it.
Synonyms
- Rotate
- Shift
- Change direction
