gimbal

Other forms: gimbals

Definitions of gimbal
  1. noun
    an appliance that allows an object (such as a ship's compass) to remain horizontal even as its support tips
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    type of:
    appliance, contraption, contrivance, convenience, gadget, gismo, gizmo, widget
    a small mechanical device or tool
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