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Definition of "swivel" [swiv•el]

  • A link, pivot, or other fastening so designed that it permits the free turning of attached parts. (noun)
  • A pivoted support that allows an attached object, such as a chair or gun, to turn in a horizontal plane. (noun)
  • A gun that turns on a pivot. (noun)
  • To turn or rotate on or as if on a swivel. (verb-transitive)
  • To secure, fit, or support with a swivel. (verb-transitive)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "swivel" in a sentence
  • "If a swivel is used, the roll rarely reverses and the lure only moves sideways in one direction."
  • "And since the front sling swivel is sited far forward on the barrel, the Ruger rides very low on your shoulder."
  • "Many anglers using these plugs remove both treble hooks and attach only a single large hook (e.g., a 3/0 to 5/0 Siwash) on a swivel from the front hanger via a split ring."