Anticlockwise
Definition of Anticlockwise

• The hands of a clock move in clockwise direction. The movement opposite to the hands of a clock is called Anticlockwise direction.

More about Anticlockwise

• Anticlockwise is also called counterclockwise or contra-clockwise.

Example of Anticlockwise

• The numbers from 1 to 12 in the above clock are shown in anticlockwise direction.

Solved Example on Anticlockwise

Identify the direction of the movement of the earth around the sun from the figure.

Choices:
A. anticlockwise
B. clockwise
C. straight line
D. none of the above
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Step 1: The direction of movement of the earth around the sun is anticlockwise.

Related Terms for Anticlockwise

• Clockwise
• Counterclockwise

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