noun Download 🔗Share A piece, as a ring or hook, attached to another piece by a pin, in such a manner as to permit rotation about the pin as an axis. Examples : "The office chair has swivels under the seat so you can easily turn around to talk to coworkers. " technical machine device part Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A small piece of ordnance, turning on a point or swivel; called also swivel gun. Examples : "The museum displayed a few rusty swivels taken from a pirate ship, each about the size of a bread loaf. " military weapon nautical war device Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Strength of mind or character that enables one to overcome adversity; confidence; force of will. Examples : "Her swivels allowed her to persevere and finish the marathon, despite the painful blister on her foot. " mind character philosophy attitude soul ability Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A rotating of the hips. Examples : "During the dance class, the instructor demonstrated the proper swivels of the hips for the salsa step. " body physiology action Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To swing or turn, as on a pin or pivot. Examples : "The grandfather clock's pendulum swings, and the whole clock swivels slightly on its base. " action machine technical Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
