swivel

/ˈswɪvəl/
verb
  1. To turn or rotate around a central point or axis.
    • She swiveled her chair to face the window.
    • The security camera swiveled slowly to scan the parking lot.
    • He swiveled his head to look behind him.
  2. To change direction or position quickly, especially in response to something.
    • She swiveled around when she heard her name called.
    • The dancer swiveled on one foot during the performance.
    • The quarterback swiveled to avoid the tackle.
noun
  1. A device that joins two parts so that one can turn freely without moving the other.
    • The camera is mounted on a swivel for easy panning.
    • He attached a swivel to the fishing line so the bait wouldn't get tangled.
    • The chair's swivel allows you to turn around without getting up.