swivel
Pronunciation: [ˈswɪvəl]
Word
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?
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