Word of the Day: Widdershins

Can you pronounce widdershins?

Sunday, February 9, 2025

adverb 1. In a direction contrary to the sun's course, considered as unlucky; counterclockwise. "The planets in our solar system spin widdershins, with the exception of Venus and Uranus." "The first thing my dog does when I get home is run widdershins three times around the backyard." "Despite a few dancers who spun widdershins when everyone else went clockwise, the spring recital was a success." Ads help keep Word Daily free. Scottish English, early 16th century From Our Network Today's Top Product Picks on Sale Great finds, even better prices — grab them while they last! Browse Deals While this looks like a word you might want to exclaim when you drop something on your foot — "widdershins!" — it's actually an adverb that describes moving counterclockwise. It developed from a mix of the Middle Low German word "weddersins" and the Middle High German word "widersinnes." ... Continue Reading By clicking "Try it in your inbox" you're agreeing to Word Smart's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. By clicking "Try it in your inbox" you're agreeing to Word Smart's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Do you remember these words? Thank you for supporting our advertisers.

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