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SWIVEL definition: 1. to (cause to) turn around a central point in order to face in another direction: 2. turning…. Learn more.
: a device joining two parts so that one or both can pivot freely (as on a bolt or pin) swivel. 2 of 2. verb. swiveled or swivelled; swiveling or swivelling ˈswi-və-liŋ. ˈswiv-liŋ. transitive verb. : to turn on or as if on a swivel. swiveled his eyes in various directions. intransitive verb. : to swing or turn on or as if on a swivel. Synonyms.
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.
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.
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)
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.
Definition of swivel noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Swivel definition: A device that joins two parts in a way that allows one part to turn without turning the other.
SWIVEL definition: to turn round, or to make something turn round. Learn more.
part of speech: noun. definition 1: a fastener or mount that allows the object fastened or mounted to turn freely or pivot. definition 2: something, such as a gun or chair, mounted on a swivel attached to a fixed support so that it can be turned in different directions. related words: bearing.
