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Rareturning circle
The correct spelling is turning circle.
How to pronounce turning circle
noun
Say it like: Tur-nin-g s-irc-le
The correct spelling is turning circle. (of a road vehicle) The circular path formed by the wheel furthest from the centre of the turn when turning to the maximum extent.
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Definition
noun
- 1.(of a road vehicle) The circular path formed by the wheel furthest from the centre of the turn when turning to the maximum extent.
- 2.The path followed by a vessel’s center of gravity when it makes a complete turn of 360° with a consistent rudder angle. (FM 55-501)
- 3.A place where a vehicle can turn and face in the opposite direction.
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