Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

deasil

Adverb
/ˈdeɪ.ə.səl/
Definition
A term used to describe a clockwise direction, particularly in relation to movement around a circle.
Examples
  • The dancer moved deasil around the fire, following the tradition of the ceremony.
  • During the custom, participants walked deasil to honor the sun.
  • In navigation, a sailor should remember that deasil means turning to the right.
Meaning
Deasil refers to the motion or flow that follows the path of the sun as it moves across the sky, typically in a clockwise manner. It is often used in various cultural and mystical contexts, such as rituals or traditions that involve circular movements.
Synonyms
  • clockwise
  • to the right