Associations to the word «Gyroscope»

Wiktionary

GYROSCOPE, noun. An apparatus composed of a wheel which spins inside of a frame (gimbal) and causes the balancing of the frame in any direction or position. In the form of a gyroscopic stabilizer, used to help keep aircraft and ships steady.

Dictionary definition

GYROSCOPE, noun. Rotating mechanism in the form of a universally mounted spinning wheel that offers resistance to turns in any direction.

Wise words

Men govern nothing with more difficulty than their tongues, and can moderate their desires more than their words.
Baruch Spinoza