swivel
/ˈswɪvəl/
verb
- 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.
- 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
- 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.