What does swivel mean?
Definitions for swivel
ˈswɪv əlswiv·el
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Princeton's WordNet
swivelverb
a coupling (as in a chain) that has one end that turns on a headed pin
pivot, swivelverb
turn on a pivot
Wiktionary
swivelnoun
(mechanical): 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.
swivelnoun
A small piece of ordnance, turning on a point or swivel; called also swivel gun.
swivelnoun
strength of mind or character that enables one to overcome adversity; confidence; will
Bob ain't got no swivel.
swivelverb
To swing or turn, as on a pin or pivot.
Etymology: swyvel, swivel, from a derivative of swīfan "to revolve", + -el, an instrumental suffix
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Swivelnoun
Something fixed in another body so as to turn round in it.
Wikipedia
Swivel
A swivel is a connection that allows the connected object, such as a gun, chair, swivel caster, or an anchor rode to rotate horizontally or vertically.
ChatGPT
swivel
Swivel is a mechanical device or component that allows rotation or turn of an attached part or object around a fixed point, typically through 360 degrees. It often refers to fastenings that allow a chair or a camera stand to turn around. The term can also be used as a verb, meaning to turn or pivot on or as if on a swivel.
Webster Dictionary
Swiveladjective
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
Swiveladjective
a small piece of ordnance, turning on a point or swivel; -- called also swivel gun
Swivelverb
to swing or turn, as on a pin or pivot
Etymology: [AS. swfan to move quickly, to remove; akin to Icel. sveifla to whirl, shake, svfa to ramble, to turn. See Swoop, and cf. Swift a reel, Swift, a.]
Wikidata
Swivel
A swivel is a connection that allows the connected object, such as a gun or chair, to rotate horizontally and/or vertically. A common design for a swivel is a cylindrical rod that can turn freely within a support structure. The rod is usually prevented from slipping out by a nut, washer or thickening of the rod. The device can be attached to the ends of the rod or the center. Another common design is a sphere that is able to rotate within a support structure. The device is attached to the sphere. A third design is a hollow cylindrical rod that has a rod that is slightly smaller than its inside diameter inside of it. They are prevented from coming apart by flanges. The device may be attached to either end. A swivel joint for a pipe is often a threaded connection in between which at least one of the pipes is curved, often at an angle of 45 or 90 degrees. The connection is tightened enough to be water- or air-tight and then tightened further so that it is in the correct position.
CrunchBase
Swivel
Described by its founders as “YouTube for Data” Swivel offers users a unique way to visually share data. You no longer have to freeze data in a document or presentation. By using Swivel, data can be shared with friends who can then easily explore it themselves. In a world where most news is pure spin and opinion, Swivel is trying to apply the power of the Web to dig up the facts. By making it easy for people to explore data themselves, biased news sources no longer have to be relied on.Public accounts are free. However, for those interested in examining their business data Swivel will eventually offer private and secure accounts for a fee.Swivel is already making a splash after announcing The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) is making its 2007 OECD Fact book available on Swivel.Swivel’s competitors in the “data organization” business include Freebase and IBM.Swivel ceased operations in Q3 2010.
Dictionary of Nautical Terms
swivel
A pivot working freely round in a socket. They are fitted in boats' bows, ships' tops and bulwarks, &c., for bearing small cannon of 1/2 lb. or 1 lb. calibre, which are worked by hand, and called swivels. Also, a strong link of iron used in mooring chains, &c., which permits the bridles to be turned repeatedly round, as occasion requires. Also, a swivel-link in chain-cables, made so as to turn upon an axis, and keep the turns out of the chain.
Military Dictionary and Gazetteer
swivel
A small piece of ordnance, turning on a point or swivel.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of swivel in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of swivel in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
Examples of swivel in a Sentence
He’s in pain, it appeared to me he couldn't turn left, couldn't look to his left, couldn't turn his neck to the left. That's difficult for a guy that relies on peripheral vision and basically has played his whole life with his head on a swivel. His neck issue certainly contributed to a 9-for-24 night and him having some real unusual struggles.
You have to be aware of your surroundings keep your head on a swivel, if something looks wrong, it probably is wrong.
We’re telling our people from the time you put that uniform on to the time you walk in your house your head needs to be on a swivel and there is no downtime anymore, no getting lunch and relaxing for a few minutes, what worries me as a law-enforcement executive is that extended period of hyper vigilance on our employees, that’s going to take a toll emotionally.
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