Meaning of 'yaw'

verb

to rotate along the vertical axis in the horizontal plane

Example: "The plane yawed to the left to match the new heading."

noun

a direction of rotation along the vertical axis in the horizontal plane

Example: "The yaw of the plane was affected by the unbalanced thrust."

noun

an erratic deflection from an intended course

Synonyms: swerve

verb

to swerve off course momentarily

Example: "The ship yawed when the huge waves hit it."

verb

to deviate erratically from a set course

Example: "The car with the flat started to yaw away from the road."

verb

to be wide open

Example: "The chasm yawed in front of them."

Synonyms: yawn