Volutation is a term that describes the act of rolling or rotating, often used in biology or physics. There are several synonyms for this word, including rotation, revolution, gyration, spin, twirl, turn, and whirl. These words all refer to some form of circular or rotational motion. Rotation specifically refers to an object turning around its own axis, whereas revolution involves an object moving around another object or point. Gyration is a more general term that can refer to any kind of circular motion. Spin and whirl both imply rapid or dizzying motion, while twirl and turn suggest a more deliberate or graceful movement.