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    swiv·el
    /ˈswiv(ə)l/

    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 swiveled in the chair"

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  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionarySWIVEL | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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

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

    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. the gun itself.

  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-englishMeaning of swivel – Learner’s Dictionary - Cambridge Dictionary

    verb [ I, T ] uk / ˈswɪv ə l / us present participle mainly UK swivelling | past tense and past participle swivelled | present participle US swiveling | past tense and past participle swiveled (also swivel around) Add to word list Add to word list. to turn round, or to make something turn round.

  9. en.wiktionary.org › wiki › swivelswivel - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

    Jul 9, 2024 · (slang, uncountable) Strength of mind or character that enables one to overcome adversity; confidence; force of will. Bob ain't got no swivel. The act of swivelling. (dance) A rotating of the hips.

  10. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishswivel noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes...

    Definition of swivel noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  11. www.yourdictionary.com › swivelSwivel Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary

    Swivel definition: A device that joins two parts in a way that allows one part to turn without turning the other. Dictionary Thesaurus

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