swivel
/ˈswɪv(ə)l
/noun
A coupling between two parts enabling one to revolve without turning the other.Patented swivel axle keeps all three wheels on the ground even on sharp turns....
- Each model is equipped with swivel studs, swivels and a padded sling.
- Each groove holds the projection and stops the swivel action while the swivel base swivels to a particular orientation in the mounting base.
Synonyms
pivot, axle, spindle, hinge, axis, fulcrum, pin, hub, kingpin, gudgeon, trunnion
verb (swivels, swivelling, swivelled; US swivels, swiveling, swiveled) [often with adverbial]
Turn around a point or axis or on a swivel: [no object]: he swivelled in the chair [with object]: she swivelled her eyes round...
- Each venue would have specifically designed cruising areas, where you would stand on your own, away from your friends, eyes swivelling round like radars.
- Try swivelling the mixer tap round to the right and the ensuing stream of water misses the second sink by a good couple of inches, creating large puddles across the worktop.
- Suddenly he swivelled round and began doing Groucho Marx impressions.
Synonyms
turn, spin, swing, rotate, revolve, pivot, twirl, whirl, wheel, gyrate, pirouette
Origin
Middle English, from the base of Old English swīfan 'to move (along a course), sweep'.