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    swivel
    /ˈswɪvl/

    noun

    • 1. a coupling between two parts enabling one to revolve without turning the other.

    verb

    • 1. turn around a point or axis or on a swivel: "he swivelled in the chair"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSWIVEL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    SWIVEL definition: 1. to (cause to) turn around a central point in order to face in another direction: 2. turning…. Learn more.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › swivelSwivel Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of SWIVEL is a device joining two parts so that one or both can pivot freely (as on a bolt or pin). How to use swivel in a sentence.

  4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishSWIVEL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    noun. 1. a coupling device which allows an attached object to turn freely. 2. such a device made of two parts which turn independently, such as a compound link of a chain. 3. a. a pivot on which is mounted a gun that may be swung from side to side in a horizontal plane. b. Also called: swivel gun.

  5. www.dictionary.com › browse › swivelSWIVEL Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Swivel definition: a fastening device that allows the thing fastened to turn around freely upon it, especially to turn in a full circle.. See examples of SWIVEL used in a sentence.

  6. www.thefreedictionary.com › swivelSwivel - definition of swivel by The Free Dictionary

    n. 1. (General Engineering) a coupling device which allows an attached object to turn freely. 2. (General Engineering) such a device made of two parts which turn independently, such as a compound link of a chain. 3. (Firearms, Gunnery, Ordnance & Artillery)

  7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › swivelSwivel - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    A swivel is a device that allows something to turn freely. Desk chairs are often designed so the seat can swivel atop the base. In the hospital, the TV is usually mounted on a swivel so that patients can adjust it. Swivel comes from a middle English word, swive, meaning to sweep.

  8. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishSWIVEL | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

    SWIVEL definition: to turn round, or to make something turn round. Learn more.