gimbals

American  

[gim-buhlz, jim-] / ˈgɪm bəlz, ˈdʒɪm- /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. Sometimes gimbal. a contrivance, consisting of a ring or base on an axis, that permits an object, as a ship's compass, mounted in or on it to tilt freely in any direction, in effect suspending the object so that it will remain horizontal even when its support is tipped.

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gimbals British  

/ ˈdʒɪmbəlz, ˈɡɪm- /

plural noun

1. Also called: gimbal ring. a device, consisting of two or three pivoted rings at right angles to each other, that provides free suspension in all planes for an object such as a gyroscope, compass, chronometer, etc

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Etymology

Origin of gimbals

First recorded in 1570–80; alteration of gimmal

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Example Sentences

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gimbals

Boeing pieces together gimbals, circuit boards and wiring for the seekers in the missile’s nose.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 9, 2026

If the document was indeed written by Allen, Baragona said it would represent a fundamental change from the person he knew when they were making gimbals together at IJK Controls.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 3, 2026

An aluminum truss provided infrastructure, and custom joints, gimbals and animatronics gave the astronaut life.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2026

Unlike DJI’s Osmo camera / gimbal systems, or even some of its lower-end Ronin gimbals, the Ronin 4D isn’t aimed at consumers or prosumers.

From The Verge ● Oct. 20, 2021

We actually are in the landing orbit now, though the ship's gimbals keep you from feeling it.

From Starman's Quest by Stan Mack

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