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
