Anticlockwise (Adjective)
Meaning
In the direction opposite to the rotation of the hands of a clock.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The athlete ran around the track in an anticlockwise direction.
- Turn the screwdriver anticlockwise to loosen the screw.
- The clock mechanism in my watch required an anticlockwise adjustment.
- Swimmers prefer racing in an anticlockwise direction around the pool.
- Remove the old light bulb by turning it anticlockwise until it comes loose.