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swivel

Pronunciation: [ˈswɪvəl]

Word

Learn how to use swivel in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “movement”

(verb) to turn or rotate around a point. Imagine a chair that can spin around so you can see different things without moving your feet.

Example

She swiveled her chair to face the window and enjoy the view.

Example

He didn't swivel at all and stayed facing the same wall the whole time.

Example

Can you swivel your head to see what's behind you?

Context: “mechanics”

(noun) a type of joint or device that allows something to turn easily. Think of the part of a door that lets it swing open and closed.

Example

The swivel on the joystick lets you control the game smoothly.

Example

The old chair didn't have a swivel, so it was hard to move around.

Example

Does this lamp have a swivel to adjust the light direction?

How to pronounce swivel

Pronunciation: [ˈswɪvəl]

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